Texas Bills

passed · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 83: Commemorating the 70th anniversary of Pearson Elementary School in Mission.

HR 83 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) commemorating Pearson Elementary School in Mission, Texas, for its 70th anniversary. It honors the school's founding in 1955, its namesake Lucille Pearson, and its current principal Melissa E. Davis. The resolution formally recognizes the school's role in serving 300 students and its educational initiatives, such as a Project Fit America fitness program. It directs the Texas House of Representatives to send an official copy to the school as a gesture of appreciation. This resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or programs.

passed · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 89: Congratulating Ronald Paul Werner of Taylor on his 90th birthday.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 89) adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on September 2, 2025, to honor Ronald Paul Werner of Taylor, Texas, on his 90th birthday. It recognizes his life milestones, military service (U.S. Army combat engineer), career as a dentist, community involvement (including 18 years on the Taylor ISD board), and civic awards. The resolution contains no policy changes or legislative mechanisms - its sole purpose is to formally congratulate Mr. Werner. It directly affects only Ronald Paul Werner as the recipient of this ceremonial recognition.

passed · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 115: In memory of Molly Claire DeWitt of Houston.

This is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Texas House of Representatives. It honors the memory of Molly Claire DeWitt, a 9-year-old Houston girl who died in the July 4, 2025, Kerr County flooding. The resolution extends condolences to her family - including parents Ryan and Elizabeth DeWitt, sister Annie, grandparents, and extended relatives - and formally pays tribute to her life. It was adopted by the House on September 2, 2025, with an official copy to be given to her family.

passed · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 114: In memory of Chloe Madeline Childress of Houston.

This is a memorial resolution (HR 114), not a substantive bill. It honors Chloe Madeline Childress, an 18-year-old Houston high school student who died in the July 4, 2025, Kerr County flooding. The resolution pays tribute to her academic achievements, community service, and leadership as a student at The Kinkaid School, and extends sympathy to her family. It was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on September 2, 2025, as a formal expression of remembrance.

in committee · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 126: Honoring the first responders, government officials, volunteers, and donors who have assisted in the recovery from the May 2025 tornado in Gordon.

HR 126 is a resolution honoring first responders, government officials, volunteers, and donors who assisted in recovering from the May 2025 tornado in Gordon, Texas. It formally recognizes specific individuals and organizations - including Gordon's fire department, city leaders, school districts, churches, and local businesses - for their roles in disaster response and community rebuilding. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funds; it solely expresses legislative gratitude for their efforts following the tornado that damaged 31 homes and forced Gordon ISD to cancel classes. This is a symbolic gesture, not a policy change.

introduced · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 147: Urging the federal government to support the construction of the Eastern Mediterranean gas pipeline.

This Texas House resolution (HR 147) urges the federal government to support the Eastern Mediterranean gas pipeline project, which would connect Israel's offshore natural gas reserves to southern Europe via Cyprus and Greece. It references past bipartisan backing (including from the Biden and Trump administrations) and notes the U.S. withdrew support in 2022 over environmental concerns. The resolution is symbolic - it has no legal force - and requests federal action to restart the $6 billion project, which Texas lawmakers argue would benefit regional energy security and reduce reliance on Russian gas.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

introduced · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 148: Expressing support for a federally owned transcontinental pipeline system that runs from the western coast of the Mexico-United States border to refineries located along the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana.

This is a symbolic resolution (not a bill with legal effect), introduced by Texas Representative Dorazio in the 89th Texas Legislature. It expresses support for a hypothetical federally owned pipeline system running from the U.S.-Mexico border to Gulf Coast refineries, but does not create or fund any pipeline. The resolution describes speculative benefits, including using a "transport surcharge" to reduce national debt and influence international relations, but these mechanisms are not enacted by the resolution. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding policy impact.

Topics ✗ Energy

passed both · Texas · Senate Sep 2, 2025

SB 10: Relating to the calculation of the voter-approval tax rate for certain taxing units.

SB 10 amends Texas tax code to change how local governments calculate two key tax rates requiring voter approval. It defines new formulas for the "no-new-revenue tax rate" (based on property value changes) and "voter-approval tax rate" (which adjusts for maintenance, debt, and unused tax increments). The bill specifies different multipliers for different taxing units: 1.08 for special districts, 1.035 for small cities/counties (under 75,000 population), and 1.025 for other units. This directly affects all Texas taxing units - like cities, counties, and special districts - that need voter approval for tax increases.

passed both · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HB 15: Relating to certain files maintained by a law enforcement agency regarding certain employees of the agency.

HB 15 would require Texas law enforcement agencies to maintain confidential "department files" for each employee who holds a law enforcement license. These files must include documents about alleged misconduct (even if unproven) and other relevant letters or memos not in standard personnel files. Agencies could share these files with other agencies when hiring license holders but must keep them confidential otherwise, except for specific legal requests like investigations. The bill aims to standardize how agencies handle sensitive information about licensed employees while protecting privacy.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Texas · House Sep 2, 2025

HB 265: Relating to governmental oversight of youth camps, including youth camp rules, duties, and the advisory committee.

HB 265 strengthens Texas youth camp oversight by requiring the health department to review camp safety rules by April 2026, in consultation with a newly structured advisory committee. The committee must include nine members representing emergency management, law enforcement, pediatric care, child psychology, abuse prevention, camp operators, parents, and geographic diversity. The bill mandates camp operators to provide safe facilities and conduct annual criminal background checks on staff, including sex offender database verification. These provisions directly affect youth camp operators, staff, and campers by establishing clearer safety standards and oversight mechanisms.

introduced · Texas · House Aug 29, 2025

HB 310: Relating to the making and acceptance of political contributions during a special legislative session.

The bill text for HB 310 is not currently available in the provided context. The system indicates the text will be available soon, but details about its provisions, scope, or intended effects are missing. Without access to the full bill content, a specific summary of its mechanisms, affected parties, or policy changes cannot be provided. We recommend checking the official bill document once it is published for a complete understanding.

passed · Texas · House Aug 28, 2025

HR 67: In memory of James Bruce Bugg Jr. of San Antonio.

This is a commemorative resolution (HR 67) honoring James Bruce Bugg Jr., a San Antonio resident, lawyer, banker, and community leader who died in 2025. The resolution recognizes his professional achievements - including founding Texas Partners Bank, serving on the Texas Transportation Commission, and supporting cultural institutions like the Tobin Center - and his family life. It expresses the Texas House of Representatives' tribute to his legacy and extends sympathy to his family. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it does not affect any laws or groups beyond honoring an individual's contributions.

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