Texas Bills

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 925: Relating to certain agreements with collective bargaining organizations related to certain publicly funded public work contracts.

SB 925 prohibits public entities from discriminating against contractors or subcontractors based on their relationship with a labor union or willingness to join one for public work projects. It applies to contracts funded by state, local, or federal money, including federal matching programs and government-administered financial assistance. The law prevents public agencies from requiring, discouraging, or favoring bidders based on union status, ensuring contractor selection is based solely on qualifications. This amendment to the Education Code and Government Code standardizes fair treatment in public contracting.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 626: Commending Marquis Sanders of Arlington for rendering medical aid to his friend Isaiah Stokes during a cardiac event.

This resolution commends Marquis Sanders for using CPR training to save his friend Isaiah Stokes during a cardiac event at a football game in December 2024. It directly honors Sanders, who performed life-saving measures until emergency responders arrived, enabling Stokes' recovery. The Texas House of Representatives formally recognizes his actions and will provide Sanders with a copy of the resolution as an expression of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or new legal requirements.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 26: Relating to public education, including the rights and compensation of public school educators and funding for teacher compensation under the Foundation School Program.

SB 26 establishes new requirements for Texas public school districts and charter schools regarding teacher evaluation, compensation, and support. It creates an "enhanced teacher incentive allotment" designation for schools implementing performance-based evaluation systems, requiring them to use appraisals to determine teacher designations, offer performance-linked pay (without automatic raises), and place effective teachers at high-need campuses. The bill also creates a grant program to help districts expand local teacher designation systems and provides free liability insurance and rights assistance for classroom teachers through a contracted third party. These provisions directly affect school districts, charter schools, principals, instructional staff, and all public school teachers in Texas.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 322: Recognizing February 20, 2025, as Fort Bend County Day at the State Capitol.

This resolution recognizes February 20, 2025, as "Fort Bend County Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors community leaders and business representatives from Fort Bend County who will gather at the Capitol that day, hosted by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Central Fort Bend Chamber. The resolution extends a formal welcome to this delegation as part of their celebration of the county's contributions. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SR 380: Recognizing the Greater Dallas Section of the National Council of Jewish Women for their 112 years of service.

Senate Resolution 380 (SR 380) is a symbolic recognition of the Greater Dallas Section of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) for its 112 years of service. The resolution commends the organization for its work in advocacy, education, and community programs supporting women, children, families, and vulnerable populations - including initiatives on reproductive rights, domestic violence support, and immigrant assistance. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations. The Senate formally expressed its esteem through this resolution, which was adopted on April 9, 2025.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 1006: Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies.

SB 1006 requires Texas insurers to provide written explanations for declining insurance applications, canceling policies, or refusing to renew coverage. This applies to applicants and policyholders for liability and commercial property insurance, as well as other policies covered under the Texas Insurance Code. Insurers must send a clear written notice stating the specific reason for the decision, following rules set by the insurance commissioner. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, and only applies to policies delivered or renewed on or after that date.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SCR 24: Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Israel and for the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Israel.

This is a symbolic resolution (not a binding law) expressing Texas's support for strengthening economic ties with Israel. It urges the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Jerusalem to foster business connections, particularly with countries in the Abraham Accords or peace agreements with Israel. The resolution reaffirms Texas's existing trade relationship with Israel - where Texas ranks among top U.S. states for exports - and directs officials to share the resolution with state, federal, and Israeli leaders. It does not create new programs or allocate funding, serving only as a formal statement of support.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 400: Relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee.

SB 400 requires Texas public school employees to obtain written parental consent before conducting psychological or psychiatric examinations, tests, or treatment of students. The bill defines these activities broadly to include surveys, check-ins, or screenings embedded in lessons, unless mandated by special education law. Parents must sign consent forms for their child to participate, with exceptions for general well-being check-ins that don’t require written permission. The law applies starting the 2025-2026 school year and does not affect routine student wellness conversations. It directly affects all Texas public school students and their parents, changing how schools handle mental health-related student interactions.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 624: Congratulating the Kimball High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2025 UIL 4A Division 1 state championship.

This resolution (HR 624) formally congratulates Kimball High School's boys' basketball team for winning the 2025 UIL 4A Division 1 state championship. It recognizes their eighth state title, undefeated district play, and playoff victories including a 71-48 championship game win over Houston Booker T. Washington. The resolution is purely ceremonial, expressing the Texas House of Representatives' support for the team, coaches, and staff without creating any new policies or affecting legislation.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 472: Relating to the right of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district, the appraisal district, or the appraisal review board of the appraisal district to bring certain claims in an appeal of an order of the appraisal review board.

SB 472 amends Texas property tax law to clarify who can be sued in appeals of property valuation decisions. It prohibits the chief appraiser, appraisal district, or appraisal review board from filing counterclaims in these appeals and specifies that only the appraisal district (not the review board) can be named as a defendant. This directly affects property owners challenging valuations, appraisal districts, and review boards during tax appeals. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to appeals filed after that date.

passed · Texas · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 371: Relating to parental approval for a student's participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools.

SB 371 requires Texas public school districts to obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The bill mandates that schools must separately notify parents at least 14 days before instruction begins, with this request not bundled with other communications. It directly affects parents of students in Texas public schools and applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The law does not change existing curriculum content but adds a consent requirement for this specific instruction.

Topics ✗ Education

passed · Texas · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 654: Commemorating the 214Selena festival in Oak Cliff.

This resolution (HR 654) is a non-binding commemorative gesture by the Texas House of Representatives. It formally recognizes the 214Selena festival in Oak Cliff, Dallas, which celebrates the life and legacy of Tejano music icon Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. The resolution specifically honors the festival's activities (including art shows, live music, and a film screening) and its role in commemorating Selena's death anniversary. It directly affects the festival organizers (Oak Cliff Cultural Center and Cima Arts) and attendees by offering official legislative recognition.

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