Texas Bills

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 766: Relating to the correction of references to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.

SB 766 corrects the name of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality throughout the Texas Agriculture Code. It updates references in sections governing pesticide regulations, water quality protections, and agency responsibilities to reflect the new agency name. The bill makes no substantive changes to pesticide rules or environmental policies - only correcting the agency name in existing law. It became effective September 1, 2025, after being signed by the governor.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1839: Relating to the delivery of records, including a will, in probate proceedings transferred to other courts.

SB 1839 requires courts transferring probate cases to deliver the original will or a copy (as permitted under existing law) to the receiving court using specific methods: registered/certified mail (with return receipt), common carrier (with proof of delivery), or a designated delivery service (like FedEx/UPS). The party requesting the case transfer must pay for this delivery. This rule applies to all probate cases pending or started on or after September 1, 2025, and directly affects probate court clerks and individuals involved in transferring cases. The bill streamlines the handling of wills during court transfers without changing probate procedures.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 713: Relating to an exception to certain reporting requirements for health care providers reviewing selected cases for the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee.

HB 713 exempts healthcare providers (including nurses) from certain mandatory reporting requirements when they review cases for the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee. The bill adds Section 34.0085 to the Health and Safety Code, stating that providers do not need to report profession-related conduct they learn about during these committee case reviews. This applies only to information gathered specifically for the committee's review process, not to other situations. The law took effect immediately upon the governor's signature on June 20, 2025.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 264: Relating to discontinuing group self-insurance coverage and dissolving the Texas self-insurance group guaranty fund and trust fund under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.

SB 264 prohibits new group self-insurance programs in Texas after September 1, 2025, and requires the dissolution of the Texas self-insurance group guaranty fund and trust fund. It mandates that the fund’s board submit a wind-down plan by December 1, 2025, outlining how remaining funds will be distributed to qualified self-insurance groups and how stakeholders will be notified. Once approved, the fund must distribute leftover money to eligible groups and then cease operations, with the board being abolished 30 days after the commissioner issues the final order. This directly affects the existing self-insurance fund structure and the groups currently using it under Texas workers' compensation.

Topics ✗ Labor & Employment

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 1592: Relating to an alert system for dangerous plant and wildlife pests and diseases administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

HB 1592 creates a statewide internet-based alert system managed by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to notify the public about dangerous plant and wildlife pests, diseases, and quarantine orders. The system requires agencies like the Texas Department of Agriculture and Parks and Wildlife to share information within 72 hours, enabling email notifications for confirmed cases, quarantine changes, or compliance agreements. It directly affects farmers, ranchers, and residents in areas impacted by pest outbreaks by providing timely alerts. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and mandates coordination between state agencies to ensure rapid public notification.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 1500: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources, including the composition of the governing body of the department and, in collaboration with the comptroller, the administration of state assistance opportunities.

HB 1500 requires Texas' Department of Information Resources to create and deliver a quarterly in-person certification course on procuring information resources technologies. This course is available to state employees holding existing purchasing or contract management certifications (under Sections 656.051 and 656.052) and counts toward their continuing education requirements. The bill also mandates annual training for upper management at state agencies on best practices for purchasing these technologies, though participation is voluntary. These provisions aim to improve procurement standards for state technology purchases by enhancing staff expertise. The law took effect September 1, 2025.

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3071: Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

HB 3071 requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to cancel permits for municipal solid waste landfills that have not accepted waste for 25 consecutive years. It specifically applies to landfills located in counties with over 2.1 million people or within the main city area of a municipality with over 900,000 residents. The bill creates a clear, automatic cancellation mechanism for unused facilities in these high-population areas, without requiring additional regulatory action.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1663: Relating to notification procedures concerning groundwater contamination.

SB 1663 requires Texas water authorities to notify affected parties within 30 days of discovering groundwater contamination. It mandates written or electronic notice (via mail, email, or door notice) to private well owners potentially impacted, nearby groundwater conservation districts, and residents living within one mile of the contamination site. The bill updates Texas Water Code Section 26.408(b) to establish these specific notification procedures. This law takes effect September 1, 2025, directly affecting well owners, local water districts, and nearby residents in contamination cases.

Topics ✓ Environment

signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 3966: Relating to requiring owners or operators of commercial passenger bus services to provide certain notifications to residents concerning operations.

This bill requires commercial bus service operators to notify residents living within one mile of a new bus stop, terminal, or installation at least 90 days before operations begin. The notice must be delivered by mail and include the location's address or description. It applies to all new facilities operated by commercial passenger bus services in Texas and takes effect on September 1, 2025. The law does not restrict bus operations but mandates advance community notification.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 2601: Relating to the landowner compensation program.

SB 2601 creates a state program to compensate agricultural landowners and lessees for property damage caused by border-related criminal activities. It defines "border crime" as specific offenses involving transnational criminal activity (like drug trafficking or illegal border crossings) under Texas law. The attorney general will administer compensation for physical damage, debris, pollutants, or soil contamination, including costs to restore agricultural use. Insurance companies cannot factor such claims into rate-setting for policies delivered or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1598: Relating to the release of motor vehicle collision report information.

SB 1598 modifies Texas law to expand who can access motor vehicle collision reports. It allows drivers involved in collisions, their representatives, employers, property owners, and specific insurance companies (including those covering vehicles or people involved) to request reports upon written request and payment of a fee. The bill also permits access for qualifying news outlets - defined as free, weekly newspapers of general public interest that publish legal notices - under strict conditions. Previously confidential collision data will now be available to these specified groups, with the changes taking effect September 1, 2025. This directly affects drivers, insurers, and certain media organizations seeking collision information.

signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1266: Relating to Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing processes.

SB 1266 requires Texas' Health and Human Services Commission to provide a dedicated support team to assist Medicaid providers with enrollment and credentialing through an online portal, aiming to reduce administrative burdens. The bill mandates annual evaluation of this support team's performance, with public reporting of results by September 1 each year. It also creates an electronic process for providers to submit complaints about enrollment processes and requires the Commission to give providers 30 days' notice and an opportunity to fix issues before disenrolling them for incomplete revalidation. These changes, effective September 1, 2025, directly impact Medicaid providers and the Commission's operational procedures.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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