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All 49,874 Active 2,428 In committee 28,785 Passed 17,440 Signed 5,309 Failed 583

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HCR 152: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Punkin Center Gin in Lamesa.

HCR 152 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of Punkin Center Gin in Lamesa, Texas. It recognizes the gin's founding in 1924 as West Texas' oldest operating gin and honors current owners Al and Kasha Crisp, their family business, and the gin's century-long contribution to Dawson County's economy. The resolution, passed by the Texas Legislature and signed by the Governor, formally expresses legislative appreciation and includes a copy for the Crisp family. This is a non-binding gesture with no policy or financial impact.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1728: Relating to the participation of certain juvenile justice entities in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.

SB 1728 expands Texas's Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program to include juvenile justice facilities. It allows the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, juvenile boards, and juvenile probation departments to apply for grants to develop career and technical education programs for youth in their care. These grants help cover start-up costs for new training programs focused on high-demand jobs or dual credit opportunities. The bill directly affects youth in juvenile justice settings by providing new educational pathways to support workforce readiness.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1255: Relating to the regulation of mold assessors and remediators.

SB 1255 establishes regulations for mold assessors and remediators in Texas by defining "mold" to include fungi, spores, hyphae, and mycotoxins. The bill creates exemptions for routine cleaning, plumbing repairs, real estate inspections, and government custodial work, clarifying that these activities are not subject to the new rules. It also establishes an advisory board to advise on licensing standards, training requirements, and technical practices for mold assessment and remediation. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, applying only to conduct occurring after that date.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 971: Relating to the definition of a rural political subdivision for purposes of the Texas Water Assistance Program.

SB 971 repeals the existing definition of "rural political subdivision" in the Texas Water Code that was established by a 2023 law. This change directly affects communities seeking eligibility for the Texas Water Assistance Program, which provides funding for water infrastructure projects. The bill removes the previous definition but does not specify a new one, leaving the program's eligibility criteria unchanged until a replacement definition is enacted. This procedural update was signed into law on June 20, 2025, and took effect immediately.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1559: Relating to conflicts between a protective order and certain other orders and to the transfer of a protective order.

SB 1559 (Texas Family Code, Sections 85.064) clarifies when courts must transfer protective orders to the family court handling related divorce or custody cases. It requires courts to transfer protective orders issued before or during divorce/custody proceedings, or those affecting child custody after a custody order is finalized, to the court with ongoing jurisdiction over the family case. This directly affects individuals involved in family law cases who have existing protective orders, ensuring consistent oversight by the court managing their primary family matter. The bill repeals the previous subsection (c) and takes effect September 1, 2025.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1816: Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of a miniature vehicle.

SB 1816 defines "miniature vehicle" as a small, self-propelled vehicle with four or more tires that complies with federal law and isn't classified as a golf cart, neighborhood electric vehicle, or street rod. The bill requires these vehicles to be titled and registered as motor vehicles under Texas Transportation Code, similar to standard cars. Owners may operate them on public highways only if registered/titled and capable of complying with traffic laws. The law took effect immediately after Governor's signature on June 20, 2025, applying to all miniature vehicles meeting the defined criteria.

Topics ✓ Transportation

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1762: Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.

This bill allows the Texas Railroad Commission to designate individuals or entities as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well if they submit specific documentation proving a legal right to the mineral estate, geothermal energy estate, or geologic space accessed by the well. To qualify, applicants must provide documented proof of their interest (e.g., lease agreements or deeds), a compliance certificate, and pay a $250 nonrefundable fee. It directly affects property owners, leaseholders, or geothermal developers seeking to manage or remediate abandoned wells. The bill clarifies that "geothermal energy conservation wells" are distinct from battery storage resources, focusing specifically on wells used for energy retention to support grid electricity.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HCR 84: Designating Pineland as the official Sawmill Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

HCR 84 designates Pineland, Texas, as the official "Sawmill Capital of Texas" for a 10-year period ending in 2035. This symbolic resolution recognizes Pineland's historical and ongoing role in the state's lumber industry, citing its century-long connection to sawmills dating back to 1902. The designation, which requires no new funding or regulations, will remain in effect until the 10th anniversary of the resolution's passage under Texas Government Code Section 391.003(e). It does not create new legal obligations or affect any residents, businesses, or policies.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1883: Relating to the approval of land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and impact fees.

SB 1883 updates rules for Texas local governments regarding land use planning and development impact fees. It requires cities and counties to make land use assumptions and capital improvement plans publicly available at least 60 days before hearings on these plans. The bill mandates a two-thirds vote for approving impact fees and prohibits increasing those fees for three years after adoption or the last increase. These changes aim to improve transparency and limit frequent fee hikes for new construction projects.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HCR 131: Congratulating David Gardiner Mitchell and Ginger Lane Mitchell on their 50th wedding anniversary.

This concurrent resolution formally congratulates David Gardiner Mitchell and Ginger Lane Mitchell on their 50th wedding anniversary, recognizing their marriage since 1975, family, and community involvement (including Mr. Mitchell’s career in petroleum engineering and Mrs. Mitchell’s work as a homemaker and small business owner). It was passed unanimously by the Texas House and Senate and signed by the governor on June 20, 2025. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation or constituents.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1220: Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state.

SB 1220 removes a requirement that criminal courts must wait for civil or administrative remedies to be exhausted before hearing criminal cases. It directly affects Texas criminal trial courts by allowing them to exercise jurisdiction over criminal actions without first resolving related civil matters. The key provision, added to the Government Code, states that exhaustion of civil remedies is not needed unless specifically required by law. This change applies to all criminal cases filed before, on, or after the bill's effective date (June 20, 2025).

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HCR 127: Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Taiwan.

HCR 127 is a symbolic concurrent resolution expressing the Texas Legislature's support for strengthening Texas-Taiwan relations. It highlights Texas-Taiwan trade reaching $25.5 billion in 2024, commends Governor Abbott for establishing the Texas Taiwan Office, and celebrates the 46th anniversary of the U.S. Taiwan Relations Act and Texas-Taiwan sister-state relationship. The resolution has no legal effect but formally acknowledges this partnership through diplomatic channels like the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston. It is a non-binding expression of support, not a policy change.