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signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 20: Relating to establishing the Applied Sciences Pathway program.

HB 20 establishes Texas' Applied Sciences Pathway program, allowing high school students to earn both diplomas and industry certificates through school-college partnerships. It requires courses in 20 specific high-wage, high-growth fields like plumbing, welding, IT, and oil/gas exploration, with a focus on successful job placement rates. Partnerships must offer non-duplicative, progressive coursework leading to both diplomas and certificates in these sectors. The program begins for the 2027-2028 school year, with industries reviewed every five years to match labor market needs.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes vocational pathway program linking high school diplomas with industry certs, expanding K-12 career training access in high-wage fields through school-college partnerships.95% confidence
Trey Martinez Fischer (D) Gary Gates (R) Oscar Longoria (D) Charles Schwertner (R) Brad Buckley (R) · 107 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 1644: Relating to the use of a consumer's credit score in the underwriting or rating of certain personal lines property and casualty insurance policies.

SB 1644 requires insurers in Texas to provide consumers with specific notices when credit scores affect their home or auto insurance underwriting or pricing. It mandates that insurers give written notice within 30 days explaining adverse credit-based decisions, including how to access their credit report and dispute inaccuracies. The bill also requires insurers to use credit reports no older than 90 days for new policies and update them at least every 36 months, with consumers able to request a re-rating based on a current report. This law directly affects Texas residents applying for or renewing personal property/casualty insurance policies.
John Smithee (R) Charles Schwertner (R)
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2898: Relating to requirements for certain meteorological evaluation towers.

HB 2898 requires developers to submit detailed advance notice to the Texas Department of Transportation before erecting temporary meteorological towers used to assess wind resources for potential wind farms. The notice must include tower location coordinates, height, owner information, and erection dates, submitted 30 days in advance via the department’s website. Owners must also update the department if any details change after initial submission. This bill directly affects wind energy companies and site assessors planning to install these towers, adding a standardized notification process to ensure safety and coordination with federal radar facilities. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.
James Frank (R) Brent Hagenbuch (R)
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 251: Relating to the creation of criminal law magistrates for Bell County.

SB 251 creates a new position for "criminal law magistrates" in Bell County, Texas, to handle specific pretrial matters in criminal cases. These magistrates, appointed by Bell County's Commissioners Court (with qualifications requiring prior experience as a justice of the peace/municipal judge or as a licensed attorney), will have concurrent jurisdiction with local justice courts for criminal cases. Key provisions allow magistrates to set bail, review release conditions, appoint legal counsel, and prioritize cases involving individuals held in county jail - before cases proceed to trial. The bill directly affects Bell County criminal courts and defendants awaiting trial in that jurisdiction.
Brad Buckley (R)
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2017: Relating to increasing the criminal penalty and changing the eligibility for community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole for certain persons convicted of intoxication manslaughter.

HB 2017 (Grayson's Law) increases penalties for repeat intoxication manslaughter convictions in Texas. It upgrades certain cases to a first-degree felony and prohibits probation or early release for offenders with prior convictions related to operating vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft while intoxicated. The bill mandates that individuals convicted under these provisions must serve at least 10 years of actual time in prison (without credit for good behavior) before becoming eligible for parole or mandatory supervision. These changes apply only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties for repeat intoxication manslaughter, prohibits probation/early release, mandates 10+ years without good behavior credit. This increases mandatory sentences and restricts defendant rights.95% confidence
Katrina Pierson (R) Stan Gerdes (R) Brent Hagenbuch (R) Nate Schatzline (R) Terri Leo-Wilson (R) · 7 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 2232: Relating to designating October 21 as Unplug Texas Day.

SB 2232 designates October 21 as "Unplug Texas Day" to encourage Texans to take breaks from electronic devices and engage in activities like outdoor play, creativity, and family time. The bill directs state and local parks and recreation agencies to coordinate programs and events on this day to promote the use of parks and recreational facilities. It does not create new funding or legal requirements but serves as a symbolic initiative to highlight community and outdoor engagement. The bill became effective on September 1, 2025, after being signed by the Governor.
Suleman Lalani (D) Adam Hinojosa (R) Ben Bumgarner (R)
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SCR 5: Directing the Texas School for the Deaf to name its middle school gymnasium the Robert Rives Gymnasium.

This concurrent resolution (SCR 5) directs the Texas School for the Deaf (TSD) to name its middle school gymnasium the "Robert Rives Gymnasium" as a commemorative tribute. It honors Robert Rives, a TSD alumnus who served as the school's first football coach (1894-1898), taught for over 40 years, and was inducted into the TSD Alumni Hall of Fame in 1999. The resolution affects the TSD community by permanently recognizing Rives' legacy through the gymnasium's name. It is a non-binding ceremonial action with no policy or funding changes.
Sarah Eckhardt (D) Donna Howard (D) Judith Zaffirini (D) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 20, 2025

SB 17: Relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty.

SB 17 restricts certain foreign governments and entities from purchasing or acquiring title to specific types of real property in Texas if such ownership poses a risk to public health, safety, or welfare. It prohibits purchases of agricultural land, commercial, industrial, residential property, mines, minerals, or timber by organizations or governments from "designated countries" (identified by U.S. intelligence as national security risks). Exceptions include U.S. citizens/permanent residents, entities owned by them, homestead properties, and leaseholds under 100 years. The law creates a new Property Code Subchapter H (Sections 5.251-5.254) to implement these restrictions.
Bob Hall (R) Mayes Middleton (R) Joan Huffman (R) Lois Kolkhorst (R) David Spiller (R) · 68 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2488: Relating to conducting certain contested case hearings under the Texas workers' compensation system by remote communication.

HB 2488 allows Texas workers' compensation divisions to conduct certain contested case hearings (disputes over claims) via videoconference under two conditions: if the division determines "good cause" exists, or if all parties agree. It directly affects workers, employers, and their attorneys involved in workers' compensation disputes. The bill requires the workers' compensation commissioner to adopt implementing rules and applies only to hearings requested on or after its effective date (June 20, 2025). It does not change compensation amounts or eligibility but modifies hearing procedures to permit remote participation.
Cole Hefner (R) Caroline Harris Davila (R) Jeff Barry (R) Carol Alvarado (D) Keith Bell (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 2407: Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the failure of certain sex offenders to comply with sex offender registration requirements.

HB 2407 increases criminal penalties for sex offenders who fail to comply with registration requirements in Texas. Specifically, it raises penalties to the next highest felony category if: (1) the offender has prior convictions under these registration laws, or (2) they fraudulently used fake identification during the offense. The bill applies only to offenses committed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning past violations remain governed by previous law. This change directly affects sex offenders who miss registration deadlines or provide false information, making non-compliance a more severe criminal offense under updated sentencing rules.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases criminal penalties for sex offender registration non-compliance, aligning with 'increases mandatory sentences' indicator for 'oppose'.90% confidence
Giovanni Capriglione (R) Brent Hagenbuch (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 5662: Relating to the powers, duties, and authority to issue bonds of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 12 related to roads.

HB 5662 authorizes Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 12 to design, build, and maintain roads (including storm drainage improvements) within its boundaries under specific constitutional authority. The bill establishes that road projects must comply with local municipal or county construction standards and regulations, and requires Texas Transportation Commission approval if the state will maintain the road. It limits the district’s bond financing for road projects to no more than one-fourth of the district’s total assessed real property value. This bill directly affects the district’s ability to fund and manage road infrastructure projects within its jurisdiction.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes road construction/maintenance by water district, advancing transportation infrastructure through bond financing and compliance with transportation standards.95% confidence
Lois Kolkhorst (R) Gary Gates (R)
signed · Texas · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 4995: Relating to the carrying of handguns by tactical medical professionals while on duty providing support to tactical units of law enforcement agencies.

HB 4995 allows tactical medical professionals (such as physicians or EMTs employed by law enforcement agencies) to carry handguns while on duty supporting tactical units during high-risk incidents. The bill grants legal immunity from civil lawsuits if these professionals discharge a handgun while licensed under Texas law, provided the action is outside their official duties. It requires a specific training course covering handgun use, including classroom instruction, field practice, and proficiency demonstrations, to maintain certification. This law takes effect September 1, 2025, and directly affects tactical medical personnel who provide medical support to law enforcement during critical operations.
Charles Schwertner (R) Terry Wilson (R)
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