Texas Bills

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 383: Welcoming the fourth-grade class of St. Mark's School of Texas in Dallas to the State Capitol.

This resolution (SR 383) is a ceremonial gesture honoring the fourth-grade class of St. Mark's School of Texas in Dallas during their April 10, 2025, visit to the Texas State Capitol. It recognizes the school's 119-year history, founding in 1906, and its role as a college-preparatory institution serving over 900 students. The resolution formally extends the Senate's best wishes to the students but contains no policy changes or binding requirements. It directly affects the visiting students and school through symbolic recognition, not legislative action.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 391: Recognizing Clenon Mitchell on his career in the United States Navy.

Senate Resolution 391 (SR 391) is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Master Chief Clenon Mitchell for his 25-year career in the U.S. Navy, including service aboard the USS Bolster and USS Roanoke and leadership roles at Naval Reserve commands. It formally commends his service, noting his receipt of honors like the Meritorious Medal and Navy Achievement Medals, and directs the Texas Senate to provide him a copy of the resolution as a gesture of esteem. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely offers symbolic recognition to a Texas native (Livingston) for his military service.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 392: Recognizing La India Packing Company of Laredo on the occasion of the company's 101st anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 392), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes La India Packing Company of Laredo for its 101st anniversary and the unveiling of its Texas Historical Marker. The resolution commends the company's founders, descendants, and continued operation since 1924, highlighting its role in South Texas cuisine and community. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding requirements or direct impact on laws or policies.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 385: Recognizing April 10, 2025, as Donna Day.

This resolution (SR 385) is a ceremonial recognition by the Texas Senate, not a policy bill. It formally designates April 10, 2025, as "Donna Day" at the Texas State Capitol. The resolution extends a welcome to Donna, Texas residents gathering in Austin to celebrate their city's heritage. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group through policy changes; it is purely a symbolic gesture honoring Donna's history and community.

passed · Texas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 365: Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance from the economically distressed areas account that is not required to be repaid.

HB 365 amends the Texas Water Code to increase the maximum amount of non-repayable financial assistance the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) can provide to local governments in economically distressed areas. The bill raises the cap from 70% to 90% of the total principal amount of state-issued bonds (plus outstanding interest) authorized for water development projects under Article III of the Texas Constitution. This change allows the TWDB to grant more funding without requiring repayment, potentially expanding support for water infrastructure in struggling communities. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 384: Recognizing Friends of the Dallas Public Library on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Friends of the Dallas Public Library for its 75th anniversary. It honors the organization's decades-long work supporting the Dallas Public Library system through fundraising, advocacy, and community programs. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policy changes - it simply commemorates the group's contributions to expanding library services, staffing, and community programs since 1950. The Texas Senate will provide the organization with a formal copy of the resolution.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SR 390: Recognizing Richard Whitaker on the occasion of his retirement.

This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 390) recognizing Richard Whitaker's retirement as head football coach and athletic director at Calhoun High School. The resolution commends his 20-year leadership at the school and 35-year coaching career, highlighting his role in transforming the football program and mentoring athletes. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors his contributions to the school and community. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on April 10, 2025.

passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 648: Congratulating the Duncanville High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2025 UIL 6A Division 1 state championship.

HR 648 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Duncanville High School's boys' basketball team for winning the 2025 UIL 6A Division 1 state championship. It formally recognizes their victory (a 54-52 win over Bellaire High in the championship game), highlights key players and coaches, and celebrates their 27-7 season record. This resolution has no policy impact - it serves only as a symbolic expression of support from the Texas House of Representatives. It was adopted on April 8, 2025, and will be presented to the team as a commemorative gesture.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 533: Relating to the election date for the authorization of the issuance of bonds or a tax increase.

SB 533 requires that local governments hold elections to authorize bond issuances or tax increases only on the November uniform election date, not on other dates. It prevents these elections from being scheduled as emergency elections under existing law. The bill applies only to elections ordered on or after September 1, 2025, leaving past elections unaffected. This change simplifies scheduling for local governments seeking voter approval for debt or tax measures.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SR 387: Recognizing the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 387) recognizing the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce for its 100th anniversary on April 3, 2025. It formally commends the Chamber's century of work promoting local business, economic development, and community projects in Burleson County, Texas. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic expression of appreciation from the Texas Senate.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 893: Relating to criminal offenses for creating and distributing certain misleading images, audio recordings, and videos; creating a criminal offense.

SB 893 creates new criminal offenses in Texas for creating and distributing misleading election-related media. It targets individuals who intentionally produce and share manipulated videos ("deep fake videos") or altered images designed to deceive voters or influence election results within 30 days of an election. The law classifies creating deep fake videos as a Class B misdemeanor and altering images as a Class A misdemeanor, but includes a defense if the altered image is clearly labeled as manipulated. Exclusions cover satirical content (like cartoons) and minor edits (e.g., adjusting brightness), focusing only on content meant to mislead voters during elections.

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passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 773: Recognizing April 9, 2025, as Karnes County Day at the State Capitol.

HR 773 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing April 9, 2025, as "Karnes County Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It formally welcomes a delegation from Karnes County to the Capitol on that date to celebrate the county's history and contributions. The resolution highlights Karnes County's establishment in 1854, agricultural economy, cultural diversity, and significance as home to the first Polish settlement in the U.S. As a symbolic gesture with no policy or funding changes, it directly affects the visiting county delegation and serves as a formal acknowledgment of their community.

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