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All 49,874 Active 2,428 In committee 28,785 Passed 17,440 Signed 5,309 Failed 583

signed · Texas · Senate Sep 17, 2025

SB 16: Relating to real property theft and real property fraud; establishing recording requirements for certain documents concerning real property; creating the criminal offenses of real property theft and real property fraud and establishing a statute of limitations, restitution, and certain procedures with respect to those offenses.

SB 16 amends Texas law to adjust the statute of limitations for certain felony prosecutions under Article 12.01 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. It extends the time limit for filing felony charges in specific cases, including real property theft and fraud offenses, while establishing procedures for restitution and criminal prosecution. The bill directly affects individuals accused of these crimes by modifying when charges can be filed and outlining victim restitution processes. This law, signed by the Governor on September 17, 2025, creates a clearer framework for prosecuting property-related offenses but does not establish new crimes.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HB 18: Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and certain political committees during certain periods in which a member is absent from a legislative session; authorizing a civil penalty.

HB 18 restricts Texas legislators and related political committees from accepting political contributions exceeding a daily limit or making political expenditures for travel, food, or similar expenses during unexcused absences when legislators are outside Texas to avoid their legislative duties. The daily contribution cap matches the Texas Ethics Commission's per diem rate for legislative sessions, and the bill bans political spending on travel or meals during these absences. Violations could trigger civil penalties. The law aims to prevent campaign activity while legislators evade attendance requirements.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 20: Commemorating the 75th anniversary of St. Ann's Catholic School in Midland.

HCR 20 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating St. Ann's Catholic School in Midland, Texas, for its 75th anniversary in 2025. It formally recognizes the school's founding in 1950, its educational programs for prekindergarten through eighth grade, and its contributions to the community over three-quarters of a century. The resolution has been fully enacted (passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor) and includes a formal copy to be presented to the school as an expression of legislative support. This is a purely symbolic gesture with no policy changes, funding, or legal requirements.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HB 8: Relating to public school accountability and transparency, including the implementation of an instructionally supportive assessment program and the adoption and administration of assessment instruments in public schools, indicators of achievement, public school performance ratings, and interventions and sanctions under the public school accountability system, a grant program for school district local accountability plans, and actions challenging Texas Education Agency decisions related to public school accountability.

HB 8 creates a new statewide "instructionally supportive assessment program" for Texas public schools, requiring the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to design tests focused on student progress and essential skills. It mandates that schools provide parents with immediate online access to their child's assessment results via a single-click website and maintain parent portals for this access. The bill also establishes school performance ratings based on these assessments and outlines interventions for underperforming schools. These changes directly affect parents, public school districts, and the TEA, shifting accountability toward transparent, student-centered testing.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HB 26: Relating to contracting with law enforcement agencies in certain counties.

HB 26 allows sheriffs and constables in Texas counties with over 3.3 million residents (like Harris or Dallas) to directly contract with local governments, property owners' associations, or landowners to provide law enforcement services. The bill specifically permits these contracts for services in areas managed by those entities or owned by landowners, covering residents and visitors in those zones. Crucially, it prohibits county commissioners courts from blocking or restricting these contracts - sheriffs and constables can set contract terms without court approval. This changes how law enforcement services are funded and delivered in high-population counties by shifting decision-making authority from commissioners courts to law enforcement officials.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 5: Congratulating Don Sparks of Midland on receiving the 2025 Chief Roughneck Award from the Independent Petroleum Association of America.

HCR 5 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Don Sparks of Midland for receiving the 2025 Chief Roughneck Award from the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA). It recognizes Sparks’ career as a petroleum engineer, cofounder of Discovery Operating, and contributions to the oil and gas industry, including his work on shale development and industry leadership. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation through a formal commendation. It was signed by both chambers and the governor, with a copy delivered to Sparks as a token of respect.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 13: Urging the federal government to take immediate action to curb the spread of the New World screwworm in Texas.

This concurrent resolution (HCR 13) urges federal agencies to take immediate action against the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly threatening Texas livestock. It directly affects Texas ranchers and the state’s $1.8 billion livestock industry, which faces severe economic risk if the pest spreads. The resolution requests specific actions: federal coordination with Mexico to combat the infestation, expedited construction of a screwworm control facility at Moore Air Force Base, and faster approval of medications and pesticides by the USDA, FDA, and EPA. It does not create new law but formally requests federal intervention to prevent widespread livestock losses and economic damage.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HB 192: Relating to the funding of law enforcement agencies in certain counties.

HB 192 authorizes sheriffs and constables in Texas counties with over 3.3 million residents to directly contract with local governments, property owners' associations, or landowners to provide law enforcement services. The bill allows these officials to establish service agreements for specific areas they manage or regulate, covering residents and visitors in those zones. Crucially, it prohibits county commissioners courts from blocking or restricting such contracts, giving sheriffs and constables full authority to set contract terms without approval. This changes how law enforcement funding operates in large counties by enabling direct service agreements outside traditional county commission oversight.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 4: Congratulating Rickey and Anne Lowe of Horseshoe Bay on their 47th wedding anniversary.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HCR 4) passed by the Texas Legislature to honor Rickey and Anne Lowe of Horseshoe Bay for their 47th wedding anniversary. It contains no policy changes, funding, or legal requirements - it simply expresses the Legislature's congratulations and best wishes to the couple. The resolution was formally adopted by both the House and Senate and signed by the Governor on September 17, 2025. It directly affects only Rickey and Anne Lowe, with no broader impact on laws, regulations, or constituents.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 2: In memory of the victims of the July 2025 Hill Country floods.

HCR 2 is a commemorative resolution honoring the victims of the July 4, 2025, Hill Country floods in Texas. It expresses the Texas Legislature's tribute to over 135 people who died in the disaster, including many children, and extends condolences to affected families. The resolution was passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor on September 17, 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it has no policy provisions or direct impact on affected individuals.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 7: In memory of Richard Augustus Hewitt of San Antonio.

This is a commemorative resolution (HCR 7) honoring Richard Augustus Hewitt of San Antonio. It recognizes his life and service, including his 20-year U.S. Air Force career (retiring as a technical sergeant), 57 years as a Mason, community involvement with John Marshall High School, and dedication to his family. The resolution formally pays tribute to Hewitt upon his passing in October 2024 and extends sympathy to his family. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create policy or affect any legislation.

signed · Texas · House Sep 17, 2025

HCR 16: Congratulating Barbara Jean Bolden Yarbrough of Midland on the occasion of her 90th birthday.

HCR 16 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution honoring Barbara Jean Bolden Yarbrough, a retired Midland educator, on her 90th birthday. It formally congratulates her for her decades of service as an art teacher, elementary instructor, and community advocate, including her leadership roles in Midland schools and volunteer work with organizations like the Midland County Child Welfare Board. The resolution, passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the governor, includes a formal copy for her as a gesture of appreciation. This resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely symbolic recognition of her contributions.