Texas Bills

passed · Texas · House Jun 3, 2025

HR 1482: Commending Kate Tucker for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Rafael Anchía.

HR 1482 is a ceremonial resolution introduced by State Representative Rafael Anchía to commend Kate Tucker for her service as a legislative aide during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. The resolution recognizes Tucker’s contributions to policy work, her academic achievements as a UT Austin student, and her community involvement while acknowledging her dedication to public service. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation from the Texas House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted on June 2, 2025, and an official copy will be presented to Tucker.

passed both · Texas · House Jun 3, 2025

HCR 172: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441.

This is a procedural correction resolution (HCR 172), not a substantive bill. It directs the Senate enrolling clerk to remove the phrase "and how to track the status of the request" from Section 6 of Senate Bill 441 (specifically in Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 98B.0022(d)(2)). The correction addresses a technical error in the bill's text before final enrollment. This resolution does not change any policy or affect any individuals or entities.

passed both · Texas · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SCR 54: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make a correction in S.B. No. 2268.

This is a procedural resolution (SCR 54) that corrects a technical error in Senate Bill 2268. It instructs the Senate enrolling clerk to revise Section 2 of S.B. 2268 by replacing a reference to a specific utility loan provision with a corrected version. The correction clarifies rules for construction loans to municipally owned utilities and electric cooperatives, ensuring they may be secured by certain liens on utility assets. The resolution was passed and signed by both chambers in June 2025, making the correction official.

passed both · Texas · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SCR 55: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1964.

This is a procedural resolution (SCR 55) correcting a technical error in Senate Bill 1964. It instructs the Senate's enrolling clerk to replace the abbreviation "AI" with the full phrase "an artificial intelligence system" in Section 2054.711(c) of the Government Code as amended in S.B. 1964. The correction affects only the bill's text, not any policy or law. It has no substantive policy impact, as it merely clarifies wording in an existing bill.

passed both · Texas · House Jun 3, 2025

HCR 171: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46.

HCR 171 is a procedural resolution instructing the House enrolling clerk to correct a technical error in House Bill 46. It specifically removes a misplaced phrase about low-THC cannabis dosage limits (stating "may exceed one percent by weight") from Section 16 of H.B. 46. This correction does not change the bill's policy or affect any stakeholders - it only fixes a drafting error in the legislative text. The resolution was passed and signed by both chambers in June 2025.

passed both · Texas · House Jun 2, 2025

HJR 7: Proposing a constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue.

HJR 7 proposes a constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of Texas' state sales and use tax revenue to the Texas Water Fund. It would require that this dedicated revenue be allocated exclusively to water infrastructure projects, with new rules allowing temporary suspension during declared disasters. The bill would amend the state constitution to establish this dedicated funding stream, replacing current flexible allocation methods for water fund money. This proposal was reported adversely by the Senate Finance Committee with a 14-0 vote against in May 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · Texas · Senate Jun 2, 2025

SJR 5: Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony.

SJR 5 proposes a constitutional amendment that would allow judges to deny bail to individuals accused of certain violent or sexual offenses punishable as first-degree felonies, or continuous human trafficking. It directly affects people facing these specific charges by requiring judges to find, by clear and convincing evidence, that bail would not ensure court appearance or community safety. Key provisions include mandating written orders with specific findings for bail denials and requiring judges to consider standard bail factors under existing law. The amendment must be approved by voters in November 2025 to take effect, as it is a proposed constitutional change rather than an immediate law.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice