Texas Bills

passed · Texas · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 3077: Relating to reports by certain persons involved in the manufacture and distribution of alcoholic beverages for purposes of sales and use taxes.

HB 3077 requires alcohol manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in Texas to submit detailed monthly sales reports to the state for tax purposes. Specifically, brewers, brewpubs, wholesalers, distributors, and package store local distributors must file separate reports by the 25th of each month, listing every sale to each retail location. The reports must include product details (brand, type, container size), quantities, and prices for each alcoholic beverage sold to specific retailers. This bill directly affects businesses holding alcohol permits or licenses under Texas law and updates reporting requirements for sales and use tax compliance. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Texas · House Apr 24, 2025

HB 391: Relating to board of directors meeting locations of certain special districts.

HB 391 requires rural area water districts to hold at least one quarterly board meeting within the district or within 10 miles of its boundary, unless meeting in the same county is deemed practical. It defines "rural area districts" as those with over half their water connections active and located outside high-population counties (over 800,000 people as of 2010). The bill allows meetings via phone or video conference for regular sessions, but mandates in-person meetings specifically for tax rate discussions. This applies directly to rural water districts meeting the defined population and connection criteria.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HR 806: In memory of former State Representative Billy Len Arnold of Grand Prairie.

HR 806 is a commemorative resolution honoring former Texas State Representative Billy Len Arnold of Grand Prairie. It formally recognizes his life and service, including his six years in the Texas House (1986-1993), military service in WWII, career as an educator and school administrator, and community leadership. The resolution was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on April 23, 2025, to memorialize his legacy. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HR 907: Recognizing April 23, 2025, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol.

This resolution (HR 907) is a ceremonial recognition of Balch Springs, Texas. It formally designates April 23, 2025, as "Balch Springs Day" at the Texas State Capitol, honoring the city's history and community. The resolution acknowledges Balch Springs' founding (named after John Balch, a Texas independence figure), its growth from 3,000 residents in 1953 to about 27,000 today, and its role as a southeastern gateway to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies - only extending a symbolic welcome to the city's delegation attending the Capitol event.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 2578: Relating to landlord and tenant dispute information reported by courts and published on a publicly accessible Internet website.

HB 2578 requires Texas courts handling landlord-tenant disputes to report specific case types (like evictions, security deposit issues, and utility disconnections) to the Texas Judicial Council. The Office of Court Administration must then publish this data on a public website, including court location, whether legal representation was used, and case outcomes. This information will be searchable by date and jurisdiction, making it accessible to the public. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and directly affects courts, tenants, landlords, and anyone seeking transparency in these legal disputes.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 215: Relating to the payment of support rights and other benefits for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

HB 215 changes how child support payments are handled for children in the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) conservatorship. It directs DFPS to assign a child's support rights and benefits directly to a relative or designated caregiver who is caring for the child, rather than keeping them with the state. The bill also requires DFPS to help caregivers become the "representative payee" for federal programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. This ensures caregivers can access and manage these funds to support the child's daily needs. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 1846: Relating to the establishment of the Electric Truck Advisory Council.

HB 1846 establishes the Electric Truck Advisory Council within Texas' Transportation Code to advise on policies and infrastructure for heavy-duty electric trucks (8,501+ pound gross vehicle weight). The council, composed of state agency representatives, utility officials, and private sector members, meets monthly to provide guidance on incentives, safety regulations, and charging infrastructure needs. It operates under the Texas Department of Transportation using existing department funds, with members serving six-year terms. The bill directly affects state agencies, utilities, and trucking industry stakeholders by creating a formal channel for input on electric truck adoption.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Transportation

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 2701: Relating to construction standards for certain recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds.

HB 2701 establishes fire safety and construction standards for privately owned recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds that offer transient overnight stays to the public. It requires these facilities to comply with the National Fire Protection Association's 2021 standard for RV parks (NFPA 1194), excluding Section 1.1.1. Existing facilities operating as of the law's effective date (September 1, 2025) have until September 1, 2026, to meet these standards. The bill also prohibits local governments from imposing stricter safety rules than those specified in the new standard.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 538: Relating to student access to certain academic records; authorizing a fee.

HB 538 allows Texas postsecondary institutions (like colleges and career schools) to release student transcripts and certificates of completion to students who haven’t paid their tuition, but only under specific conditions. To qualify, students must not have enrolled at the institution for at least five years, provide proof of a job application or intent to enroll elsewhere, and show they’ve tried to pay through a payment plan. The transcript or certificate must be sent directly to the employer or another school, and institutions may charge a uniform reasonable fee for this service, though they can offer lower fees to certain groups based on non-financial criteria. This bill directly affects students seeking to transfer schools or secure employment and the institutions that manage their academic records.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 23, 2025

SR 424: Recognizing April 23, 2025, as Balch Springs Day.

Senate Resolution 424 designates April 23, 2025, as Balch Springs Day at the Texas State Capitol to honor the city's history and celebrate community leaders gathering in Austin. The resolution highlights Balch Springs' founding in the 1870s by John Balch (after whom the city is named) and its growth from a small settlement to a city of approximately 27,000 residents in Dallas County. It serves as a symbolic recognition of the community's heritage and current status as a southeastern gateway to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 23, 2025

SR 428: In memory of Marie Flickinger of Houston.

This Senate Resolution (SR 428) honors Marie Flickinger, a Houston community activist and journalist who co-founded the South Belt-Ellington Leader newspaper, investigated toxic waste contamination at the Brio Superfund site, and served 30 years on the San Jacinto College Board of Trustees. It commemorates her civic contributions, including organizing community events and securing infrastructure improvements, following her passing in November 2024. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to recognize her legacy.

passed · Texas · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 3125: Relating to establishment by the Texas Workforce Commission of a geothermal energy workforce education and training initiative.

HB 3125 requires the Texas Workforce Commission to create a geothermal energy workforce education and training initiative. The bill directs the Commission, working with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and educational institutions (including colleges, career schools, and public technical institutes), to develop customized training programs for geothermal energy jobs. Key provisions include establishing curriculum standards for degrees/certificates, identifying funding for training programs, and promoting school-industry partnerships for apprenticeships. This initiative directly affects Texas students seeking geothermal energy careers, educational institutions offering relevant programs, and employers in the geothermal sector.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

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