Texas Bills

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 775: Relating to the participation by non-enrolled students in University Interscholastic League-sponsored activities.

The bill text for HB 775 is not available in the provided context, and the summary section is empty. While the title indicates it relates to "non-enrolled students" participating in University Interscholastic League activities, no specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are described. Without access to the actual bill language or detailed summary, a factual summary cannot be generated. The bill remains pending in committee as of April 30, 2025.

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 3029: Relating to the administration of nonprescription medications to certain public and private school students.

HB 3029 allows public and private schools in Texas to administer nonprescription medications (like pain relievers or antihistamines) to students without requiring additional authorization from a healthcare provider. Schools must have a written request from a parent or guardian, use the medication in its original labeled container (unexpired), and follow the dosage instructions on the label. This policy applies to school employees, including nurses, and provides them legal protection from liability claims related to administering such medications. The bill directly affects schools, parents/guardians, and students who need over-the-counter medications during school hours.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 2066: Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files for certain defendants placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for the unlawful carrying of a handgun.

HB 2066 allows eligible individuals to have arrest records expunged for unlawful handgun carrying offenses committed before September 1, 2021. It specifically applies to people convicted or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for violating Section 46.02(a) of the Penal Code as it existed prior to that date. The bill amends Texas law to require expungement of all related arrest records once a person completes their supervision term, with the law taking effect September 1, 2025. This directly affects individuals with pre-2021 cases involving handgun possession charges under the old legal standard.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 232: Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education.

Based solely on the provided context, a summary cannot be generated. The bill text is unavailable (stated as "This version is not currently available"), and the title alone ("Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education") does not describe the bill's specific provisions, mechanisms, or policy changes. No concrete details about who it affects, how it works, or what it alters are included in the provided text. The recent committee actions (e.g., "Committee substitute considered") indicate the bill is pending but do not explain its content.

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1617: Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.

HB 1617 would exempt firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition manufactured entirely within Texas from federal regulation, provided they remain within state borders. It directly affects Texas-based firearm manufacturers and consumers who purchase locally made items. The bill creates a new legal provision stating that intrastate-manufactured items not traveling across state lines are not subject to federal laws like registration requirements under interstate commerce authority. This policy change aims to align Texas manufacturing with the state's constitutional guarantees regarding firearm rights and state regulatory authority.

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 5148: Relating to municipal regulation of stairway requirements in certain multifamily residential buildings.

HB 5148 prohibits municipalities with professional fire departments from requiring more than one stairway in qualifying multifamily residential buildings. It specifically applies to buildings with no more than six stories, four dwelling units per floor, and meeting 11 safety conditions - including sprinkler systems, 2-hour fire-resistance ratings for stairways, and limited openings. The bill directly affects developers and local governments in Texas that regulate housing construction. It replaces existing municipal stairway requirements with these standardized safety provisions for eligible buildings. The law takes effect upon enactment and does not apply to high-rise buildings or structures with more than four units per floor.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1540: Relating to governmental entities subject to the sunset review process.

HB 1540 updates the sunset review schedules for several Texas state agencies and authorities. It sets an expiration date of September 1, 2027, for the Texas Lottery Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and Department of Information Resources unless renewed through the sunset process. The Texas Ethics Commission and three river authorities (Angelina and Neches River Authority, Lower Neches Valley Authority, and Sabine River Authority) must undergo periodic reviews under the sunset process but cannot be abolished by it. The bill ensures these entities will face scheduled reviews every 12 years starting in 2027, maintaining their continued operation unless the legislature votes to terminate them.

in committee · Texas · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 118: Relating to the establishment and powers and duties of the Texas Advisory Committee on Geopolitical Conflict.

HB 118 establishes the Texas Advisory Committee on Pacific Conflict to advise the state on preparing for potential conflicts in the Pacific Ocean region. The bill defines "Pacific conflict" as threats involving U.S. allies in the Pacific, including attacks on U.S. homeland or disruptions to supply chains with China or Taiwan. The committee will focus on reducing security vulnerabilities in Texas, protecting critical infrastructure (like oil/gas systems, water supply, and communications networks), and ensuring critical procurement for state operations. This is a procedural bill creating an advisory body, not a direct policy change, with no voting record yet as it remains pending in committee.

Cole Hefner (R) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Texas · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 4078: Relating to public improvement districts located in certain municipalities.

HB 4078 establishes new rules for public improvement districts in downtown or central business areas of Texas municipalities with 900,000-2,000,000 residents. It requires these districts (specifically the largest one in each qualifying city as of January 1, 2025) to exist in perpetuity unless the Legislature terminates them. The bill mandates that cities contract with a nonprofit "management organization" to handle supplemental services and improvements, defining strict requirements for these organizations (e.g., seven directors with staggered terms). Crucially, it clarifies these districts are supplemental to, not replacements for, existing city and county services.

in committee · Texas · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 4693: Relating to assistance with veterans benefits claims; authorizing a civil penalty.

The bill text for HB 4693 is unavailable in the provided context (noted as "This version is not currently available"). The title indicates it relates to assistance with veterans benefits claims and authorizes a civil penalty, but specific mechanisms or affected parties cannot be detailed without the full text. The bill was filed on March 12, 2025, and referred to the committee on Defense & Veterans' Affairs on April 3, 2025. Without the bill's actual provisions, a substantive summary cannot be generated.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · Texas · Senate Apr 29, 2025

SB 847: Relating to liability of a cavern entity for injuries arising from certain activities.

This bill creates limited liability for businesses operating commercial cavern areas (like guided cave tours) when visitors are injured during recreational or educational cavern activities. It requires cavern entities to post a specific warning sign at all entrances stating Texas law limits their liability for such injuries. However, entities remain liable for injuries caused by their negligence, known dangerous conditions, or failure to properly train staff. The law would apply only to injuries occurring after its effective date.

in committee · Texas · Senate Apr 29, 2025

SB 1845: Relating to the registration as a lobbyist of persons who engage in certain lobbying activities on behalf of a foreign adversary and to prohibitions on the receipt of compensation related to those lobbying activities; providing a civil penalty.

SB 1845 requires lobbyists who communicate directly with Texas lawmakers to influence legislation on behalf of a "foreign adversary" (as defined by U.S. Commerce Department rules, including sanctioned foreign governments or entities) to register with the state. It prohibits such lobbyists from receiving compensation for these activities and imposes civil penalties for violations. The bill directly affects individuals or firms representing foreign governments or entities designated as adversaries under federal law. Key provisions include mandatory registration for lobbying related to foreign adversaries and a ban on accepting payment for those efforts, aiming to increase transparency around foreign influence in Texas policymaking.

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