HB 252 allows certain Texas state agencies to pay employees in positions classified under "Schedule A" (as defined in the General Appropriations Act) twice monthly instead of monthly. Agencies electing this option must comply with the comptroller's requirements for biweekly payroll processing. The bill directly affects state agencies and Schedule A employees by changing their salary payment frequency. It took effect immediately upon the Governor's signature on June 20, 2025. This is a procedural adjustment to payroll timing with no substantive policy changes to compensation amounts.
SB 1580 requires local mental health authorities in Texas to adjust their governing body composition. For single-county authorities, it mandates including the county sheriff as a nonvoting member; for multi-county authorities, it requires two county sheriffs (chosen per specific rules) as nonvoting members. The bill also adds a requirement for each governing body to select one veteran member by December 1, 2025. This change directly affects all local mental health authorities statewide, altering their governance structure to include sheriff and veteran representation, effective September 1, 2025.
HB 4211 creates new rules for residential arrangements where buyers purchase an interest in a business entity (like a company or LLC) that owns homes, rather than buying the homes directly. It requires sellers to clearly disclose that buyers are purchasing an entity interest - not the property itself - and prohibits entities from charging transfer fees or restricting transfers of these interests. The law also bans discrimination in these arrangements (e.g., refusing to sell to qualified buyers) and ensures disputes must be resolved in state or federal courts, not private tribunals. This applies to single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, and quadruplexes owned by such entities, protecting buyers in these specific ownership structures.
HB 3689 changes how the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) funds catastrophic windstorm and hail insurance losses after major disasters. Instead of relying on public securities (which incur high interest costs), the bill authorizes the state to provide loans of up to $500 million before a disaster and $1 billion after one. TWIA would repay these loans through a surcharge on certain windstorm and hail insurance policies in coastal areas. This directly affects coastal property owners who pay these insurance premiums, as the surcharge ensures repayment of state funds used to cover disaster losses.
HB 300 increases the maximum Texas Armed Services Scholarship to $30,000 per academic year (up from $15,000), capping at the average cost of attendance at Texas colleges. It expands appointment authority, allowing the governor and lieutenant governor to each appoint two students annually, and each state senator or representative to appoint one student, with deadlines set for September 30. The bill directly affects Texas students enrolled in ROTC or similar military commissioning programs at Texas colleges, requiring proof of program enrollment or acceptance into the Texas State Guard. These changes are effective immediately after the bill was signed by the governor on June 20, 2025.
SB 1120 expands rights for victims of specific crimes in Texas, directly affecting victims of family violence, sexual assault, stalking, or violations of protective orders, as well as their guardians or close relatives of deceased victims. The bill codifies 10 specific rights, including the right to receive safety protections from law enforcement, input on bail decisions, timely notifications about court proceedings, information on victim compensation programs, and separate waiting areas during testimony. It also clarifies definitions of "family violence" and "victim" to include offenses like aggravated robbery, trafficking, and injury to vulnerable individuals. These provisions aim to ensure victims and their families have consistent access to information and support throughout criminal proceedings.
SB 1423 names a specific segment of Farm-to-Market Road 2275 in Gregg County (between U.S. Highway 259 and Spur 502/Judson Road) as the "Bill Stoudt Parkway." The bill requires the Texas Department of Transportation to install markers at each end of this road segment and at appropriate intermediate locations. This is a purely procedural bill that changes the road's official name and signage; it does not alter transportation policies or affect any residents or businesses. The bill was signed into law on June 20, 2025, and took effect September 1, 2025.
SB 2798 extends the "no statute of limitations" rule to specific fraud offenses under Texas law, meaning prosecutors can pursue these cases indefinitely without time limits. It directly affects defendants accused of certain fraud crimes and prosecutors handling such cases, as it removes the previous deadline for filing charges. The bill amends Article 12.01 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to include these fraud offenses under existing categories where prosecution is permitted without time restrictions. The law became effective September 1, 2025, after being signed by the Governor on June 20, 2025.
HB 5652 creates Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 258 to provide water, sewer, and road infrastructure services in a defined area of Montgomery County. The district can use limited eminent domain authority for utility projects, issue bonds to fund infrastructure, and impose assessments, fees, and taxes on property owners within its boundaries. This directly affects landowners in the district, who will pay for services through these assessments and fees. The bill establishes the district's governance structure and confirms its public purpose under Texas law.
SB 269 requires physicians to report certain serious adverse reactions to federal systems (VAERS for vaccines, MedWatch for drugs) when patients receive experimental/investigational vaccines or drugs approved for emergency use by the FDA. It defines "serious adverse events" as those causing death, life-threatening conditions, hospitalization, or significant disability. Physicians must report within one year of vaccination/drug administration if they diagnose the condition and know the patient received a covered vaccine or drug. Violations may result in non-disciplinary corrective action for first offenses or disciplinary measures by the Texas Medical Board for repeat failures. The law applies only to non-routine vaccines/drugs, excluding standard vaccines and clinical trial uses.
This bill requires Texas electric utilities to provide clear, plain-language summaries of proposed rate changes to the public. For each rate filing, utilities must include specific details like per-class rate changes, effective time periods, anticipated revenue over four years (for base increases), and current vs. proposed delivery charges for average residential customers. The Public Utility Commission must post updated rate information monthly on its website in an accessible format. The law applies to all rate change proceedings starting September 1, 2025.
HB 1422 changes sentencing for certain sex offenses by prohibiting probation or parole for people convicted of 17 specific crimes, including continuous sexual abuse (Penal Code §21.03), sexual assault (§22.011), and trafficking (§20A.02). It applies to offenses involving child victims, aggravated cases, or those with prior sex offense convictions. The law removes eligibility for community supervision, mandatory supervision, or parole, requiring full prison sentences for these offenses. This takes effect September 1, 2025, following gubernatorial approval on June 20, 2025.
