HB 135 Texas House · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025)

Relating to civil liability for removing certain individuals or animals from a motor vehicle.

HB 135 creates legal protection for people who rescue children under 7, individuals with disabilities unable to protect themselves, or household pets (like dogs or cats) from locked vehicles. To qualify for immunity from lawsuits, rescuers must first call 911 or notify police, believe immediate harm is likely, use only necessary force, and stay with the person or animal until help arrives. The law does not protect rescuers who were explicitly told by police not to enter the vehicle. This protection applies only to incidents occurring after the bill's effective date (91 days after the legislative session ends).
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Introduced Aug 15, 2025 Last action Aug 15, 2025
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