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All 49,874 Active 26,732 In committee 24,304 Passed 17,352 Signed 5,397 Failed 212

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 37: Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment, powers, and duties of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman.

SB 37 requires Texas public universities to review their general education curriculum and graduation requirements every five years. It mandates that these reviews ensure courses are foundational for education, prepare students for civic/professional life, and avoid teaching specific concepts like "identity politics" or theories claiming systemic racism is inherent in U.S. institutions. The bill also requires governing boards to consider student costs, including additional tuition and time to complete degrees. This law directly affects all 15 public universities in Texas and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Education

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 4044: Relating to certain expenditures by public institutions of higher education and university systems that are eligible for certain tax credits.

HB 4044 modifies Texas tax code provisions to clarify which costs at public colleges and universities qualify for federal tax credits. It allows institutions of higher education and university systems (as defined in Texas Education Code §61.003) to claim tax credits for certain expenditures that would otherwise be excluded under federal rules. The bill changes the tax code to remove an exception for costs related to entities exempt under federal tax code §501(a), effective January 1, 2035. This ensures these institutions can fully utilize eligible tax credits for qualifying expenses incurred after the effective dates (2026 for current changes, 2035 for the full modification).

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 923: Relating to the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel.

HB 923 amends Texas law governing the Medical Disclosure Panel, a body that reviews medical malpractice claims. The bill increases the panel's membership from nine to 13 members, requiring specific representation: three public members (including one with health literacy expertise), three legal experts (with patient/physician experience), and seven licensed physicians. A key new provision (f-1) mandates that for votes requiring panel action, a majority of the medical-licensed members must be present. The panel will remain administratively attached to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, which will provide budget support and staff. This structural change affects how the panel operates but does not alter medical malpractice claim procedures.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3126: Relating to the election of certain entities to participate in the uniform group coverage program for active school employees; imposing a fee.

HB 3126 allows school entities that discontinued participation in Texas' uniform group health coverage program for active school employees after September 1, 2022, to rejoin the program under specific conditions. To re-enroll, these entities must submit written notice to the program trustee by December 31, 2025, for participation beginning September 1, 2026, and pay a risk stabilization fee on their premiums for the 2026 plan year. The bill prohibits rejoining entities from discontinuing participation before September 1, 2031, and expires on that date. This bill, signed into law on June 20, 2025, and effective September 1, 2025, directly affects school districts or entities previously enrolled in the program.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2193: Relating to a study by the Texas Veterans Commission regarding the provision of veterans benefits in this state.

HB 2193 requires the Texas Veterans Commission to study how veterans access state and federal benefits currently managed by the commission. The study must count eligible veterans by county, assess current claims benefit advisor staffing levels, identify optimal staffing locations to minimize veteran travel, and calculate implementation costs for service improvements. The commission must submit a report with findings and recommendations to state leaders by June 1, 2026. This bill does not change benefit eligibility or amounts but focuses on analyzing and potentially improving service delivery efficiency for veterans across Texas.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3005: Relating to the payment of funds under certain construction contracts.

HB 3005 clarifies that delays in public construction project payments cannot be justified by audits lasting more than 60 days after a project's substantial completion. It directly affects contractors working on state or local government construction projects by preventing prolonged audits from delaying final payments. The bill amends Texas Government Code to define such extended audits as not constituting a "bona fide dispute" that would legally delay payment. This change applies only to contracts signed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3812: Relating to health benefit plan preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and the direction of utilization review by physicians.

HB 3812 modifies Texas insurance rules for health care preauthorization. It allows physicians and providers to bypass preauthorization requirements for specific services if, over a six-month period, their requests for that service were approved at least 90% of the time and they provided it at least five times. Insurance companies must automatically exempt qualifying providers from preauthorization for those services. The law applies directly to health insurers and health maintenance organizations, reducing administrative burdens for providers who consistently demonstrate medical necessity for certain treatments.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2856: Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of implementing a statewide system for coordinating clinical training placements.

HB 2856 requires the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to study whether a statewide system of regional online portals could coordinate clinical training placements for students in healthcare programs at Texas colleges and universities. The study must determine how many regions would be needed, the costs of creating the portals, and ongoing maintenance requirements. The board must submit its findings and recommendations to state leaders by December 1, 2026, with the study expiring September 1, 2027. This bill does not implement any new system - it only mandates an analysis to inform future decisions.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 700: Relating to disclosures for certain commercial sales-based financing transactions, the effect of certain commercial sales-based financing contract provisions, and the registration of commercial sales-based financing brokers and providers; authorizing a fee and providing a civil penalty.

HB 700 requires businesses and financial providers to clearly disclose key terms (like fees and repayment structures) for commercial sales-based financing transactions. This type of financing, where repayment is tied to a business's sales or revenue, directly affects small businesses seeking funding and the brokers/providers offering these services. The bill mandates that brokers must register with the state, authorizes a registration fee, and imposes civil penalties for violations of its disclosure and registration rules. It aims to increase transparency in these financing agreements to protect business customers.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 4655: Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.

HB 4655 amends Texas law to require foster youth transitioning to independent living (ages 16-21) to receive hands-on financial literacy training through the Preparation for Adult Living Program. The bill mandates specific instruction on credit scores, avoiding predatory loans, budgeting for real-world expenses like rent and utilities, and saving money. It requires training to include practical skills such as opening bank accounts, managing paychecks, filing taxes, and protecting personal financial information. The program must also help youth establish savings plans and create monthly budgets based on actual local costs. This policy change directly affects foster youth exiting state care, aiming to improve their financial preparedness for adulthood.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 4310: Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.

HB 4310 grants members of governing boards (such as city council members or county commissioners) a special right to access public information maintained by their own governmental body or affiliated nongovernmental entity, but only when acting in their official capacity. The bill requires that such information be provided promptly and without charge, with confidential details redacted upon request. Governing board members must sign confidentiality agreements to protect sensitive information, and attorney-client privilege remains applicable. This law directly affects local elected or appointed officials managing public entities under Texas public information law.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3010: Relating to the establishment of the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program.

HB 3010 establishes a state program to provide financial grants for rural counties to rebuild critical infrastructure damaged by disasters declared by the governor. It targets counties with populations under 100,000, gross domestic product below $2 billion, poverty rates exceeding 15%, and located in a declared disaster area. The program covers repairs to roads, public schools, hospitals, water treatment facilities, wastewater systems, and airport infrastructure. Grants will be administered by the state division to help these communities restore essential services after disasters.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation