Relating to the jurisdiction of the county courts at law in Tom Green County.

HB 5697 expands the authority of Tom Green County courts at law by granting them concurrent jurisdiction with district courts in family law cases. This means both court types can now handle family law matters in Tom Green County, directly affecting residents filing such cases there. The bill amends the Government Code to establish this new jurisdiction, effective September 1, 2025, for cases filed on or after that date. Cases filed before the effective date will continue to follow the previous jurisdiction rules.