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State Senator
Chuy Hinojosa
(D) - Texas
Texas Senate District 20
In Office - Started: 01/14/2003

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P.O. Box 12068
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Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-463-0120

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1508 S. Lone Star Way
Suite 6A
Edinburg, TX 78539
Phone: 956-318-0725

Bill Bill Name Summary Progress
HB449 Relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media using deep fake technology. AN ACT relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media using deep fake technology. Vetoed
HB413 Relating to the release of certain defendants detained in jail pending trial. AN ACT relating to the release of certain defendants detained in jail pending trial. Vetoed
SB614 Relating to the authority of the Texas Forensic Science Commission to review and refer certain cases to the office of capital and forensic writs. AN ACT relating to the authority of the Texas Forensic Science Commission to review and refer certain cases to the office of capital and forensic writs. Vetoed
SB646 Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans. AN ACT relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2518 Relating to the use of installment premium payment plans on Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies. AN ACT relating to the use of installment premium payment plans on Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB25 Relating to health and nutrition standards to promote healthy living, including requirements for food labeling, primary and secondary education, higher education, and continuing education for certain health care professionals; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to health and nutrition standards to promote healthy living, including requirements for food labeling, primary and secondary education, higher education, and continuing education for certain health care professionals; authorizing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1937 Relating to the testing of evidence containing biological materials in capital cases. AN ACT relating to the testing of evidence containing biological materials in capital cases. Vetoed
HB4325 Relating to civil liability for prohibited barratry. AN ACT relating to civil liability for prohibited barratry. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR108 Urging the U.S. Department of Commerce to maintain the Tomato Suspension Agreement. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the U.S. Department of Commerce to maintain the Tomato Suspension Agreement Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2878 Relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including court security, court documents and arrest warrants, document delivery, juvenile boards, constitutional amendment election challenges, mandatory expunction for certain persons, record retention, and youth diversion; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including court security, court documents and arrest warrants, document delivery, juvenile boards, constitutional amendment election challenges, mandatory expunction for certain persons, record retention, and youth diversion; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees. Vetoed
HB500 Relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. AN ACT relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5342 Relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including measures to fund and support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services. AN ACT relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including measures to fund and support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB43 Relating to the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority and certain programs administered by the authority. AN ACT relating to the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority and certain programs administered by the authority. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB300 Relating to the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. AN ACT relating to the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB34 Relating to funding for certain volunteer fire departments, to the preparation for and the prevention, management, and potential effects of wildfires, and to emergency communications in this state. AN ACT relating to funding for certain volunteer fire departments, to the preparation for and the prevention, management, and potential effects of wildfires, and to emergency communications in this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2601 Relating to the landowner compensation program. AN ACT relating to the landowner compensation program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB46 Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration. AN ACT relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB108 Relating to the use of metal or body armor while committing certain offenses; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to the use of metal or body armor while committing certain offenses; increasing a criminal penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB114 Relating to the transfer of functions relating to certain veteran mental health programs and plans to the Texas Veterans Commission. AN ACT relating to the transfer of functions relating to certain veteran mental health programs and plans to the Texas Veterans Commission. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB35 Relating to a peer support network for first responders. AN ACT relating to a peer support network for first responders. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2543 Relating to the amount of certain revenue that may be used for and the location of state veterans cemeteries. AN ACT relating to the amount of certain revenue that may be used for and the location of state veterans cemeteries. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB7 Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. AN ACT relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4520 Relating to requirements for certain funding of aviation facilities and projects. AN ACT relating to requirements for certain funding of aviation facilities and projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2373 Relating to financial exploitation or financial abuse using artificially generated media or phishing communications; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to financial exploitation or financial abuse using artificially generated media or phishing communications; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4623 Relating to liability of public schools and professional school employees for sexual misconduct involving students. AN ACT relating to liability of public schools and professional school employees for sexual misconduct involving students. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4655 Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living. AN ACT relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4219 Relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information. AN ACT relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB42 Relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education and to the permissible uses of that money. AN ACT relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education and to the permissible uses of that money. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4264 Relating to creation of a grant program for certain peace officers who hold a master proficiency certificate. AN ACT relating to creation of a grant program for certain peace officers who hold a master proficiency certificate. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4236 Relating to the creation of a study group to evaluate the school district property value study conducted by the comptroller of public accounts. AN ACT relating to the creation of a study group to evaluate the school district property value study conducted by the comptroller of public accounts. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB18 Relating to the establishment and administration of certain programs and services providing health care services to rural counties. AN ACT relating to the establishment and administration of certain programs and services providing health care services to rural counties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4144 Relating to supplemental benefits for retired firefighters and peace officers diagnosed with certain diseases or illnesses. AN ACT relating to supplemental benefits for retired firefighters and peace officers diagnosed with certain diseases or illnesses. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3986 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 83 in Mission as the Corporal Speedy Espericueta Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 83 in Mission as the Corporal Speedy Espericueta Memorial Highway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4226 Relating to exemptions from the taxes imposed on the sale, use, or rental of a motor vehicle for a vehicle purchased, used, or rented by a nonprofit food bank or a provider of housing and related services. AN ACT relating to exemptions from the taxes imposed on the sale, use, or rental of a motor vehicle for a vehicle purchased, used, or rented by a nonprofit food bank or a provider of housing and related services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1946 Relating to the creation of a family violence criminal homicide prevention task force. AN ACT relating to the creation of a family violence criminal homicide prevention task force. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1936 Relating to the definition of an abuse unit for certain controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act. AN ACT relating to the definition of an abuse unit for certain controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3923 Relating to state employment opportunities for individuals who do not hold a bachelor's degree. AN ACT relating to state employment opportunities for individuals who do not hold a bachelor's degree. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1939 Relating to the ship channel improvement revolving fund. AN ACT relating to the ship channel improvement revolving fund. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2018 Relating to the strong families credit against certain taxes for entities that contribute to certain organizations. AN ACT relating to the strong families credit against certain taxes for entities that contribute to certain organizations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3963 Relating to an early childhood integrated data system. AN ACT relating to an early childhood integrated data system. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3940 Relating to the provision of certain information about Medicaid benefits in relation to newborn children. AN ACT relating to the provision of certain information about Medicaid benefits in relation to newborn children. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1621 Relating to prosecution and punishment of certain criminal offenses prohibiting sexually explicit visual material involving depictions of children, computer-generated children, or other persons; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to prosecution and punishment of certain criminal offenses prohibiting sexually explicit visual material involving depictions of children, computer-generated children, or other persons; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1737 Relating to service retirement benefits payable by the Employees Retirement System of Texas to certain law enforcement officers and custodial officers. AN ACT relating to service retirement benefits payable by the Employees Retirement System of Texas to certain law enforcement officers and custodial officers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB33 Relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies. AN ACT relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3689 Relating to funding of excess losses and operating expenses of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; authorizing an assessment; authorizing a surcharge. AN ACT relating to funding of excess losses and operating expenses of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; authorizing an assessment; authorizing a surcharge. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3801 Relating to the establishment of the Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council and a workgroup on nursing career pathways and the abolition of the statewide health coordinating council and the nursing advisory committee of that council. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council and a workgroup on nursing career pathways and the abolition of the statewide health coordinating council and the nursing advisory committee of that council. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR98 Urging Congress to enhance coordination among federal, state, and local authorities in the deployment of C-UAS technologies for border security. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the United States Congress to enhance coordination among federal, state, and local authorities in the deployment of C-UAS technologies for border security Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB17 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. AN ACT 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. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1467 Relating to death records maintained by the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services and provided to certain hospitals. AN ACT relating to death records maintained by the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services and provided to certain hospitals. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3133 Relating to user reports of explicit deep fake material on social media platforms. AN ACT relating to user reports of explicit deep fake material on social media platforms. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB120 Relating to college, career, and military readiness in public schools, including career and technology education programs, the Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) program, and the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program, funding for those programs under the Foundation School Program, and workforce reporting to support those programs, to the public school accountability system, and to the new instructional facility allotment and the permissible uses of funding under the Foundatio AN ACT relating to college, career, and military readiness in public schools, including career and technology education programs, the Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) program, and the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program, funding for those programs under the Foundation School Program, and workforce reporting to support those programs, to the public school accountability system, and to the new instructional facility allotment and the permissible uses of funding under the Foundation School Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3161 Relating to member contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System. AN ACT relating to member contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3151 Relating to expedited credentialing of certain federally qualified health center providers by Medicaid managed care organizations. AN ACT relating to expedited credentialing of certain federally qualified health center providers by Medicaid managed care organizations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB20 Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of possession, promotion, or production of certain obscene visual material appearing to depict a child. AN ACT relating to the creation of the criminal offense of possession, promotion, or production of certain obscene visual material appearing to depict a child. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1563 Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system. AN ACT relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3486 Relating to a deduction from the amount of taxable sales used to calculate the amount of sales and use taxes that the owners of restaurants that purchase Texas farm-raised oysters are required to remit to the comptroller of public accounts. AN ACT relating to a deduction from the amount of taxable sales used to calculate the amount of sales and use taxes that the owners of restaurants that purchase Texas farm-raised oysters are required to remit to the comptroller of public accounts. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3487 Relating to a deduction from the amount of taxable sales used to calculate the amount of sales and use taxes that the owners of restaurants that participate in an oyster shell recycling program are required to remit to the comptroller of public accounts. AN ACT relating to a deduction from the amount of taxable sales used to calculate the amount of sales and use taxes that the owners of restaurants that participate in an oyster shell recycling program are required to remit to the comptroller of public accounts. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3479 Relating to the Rio Grande vegetative management program. AN ACT relating to the Rio Grande vegetative management program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB27 Relating to courses in personal financial literacy for high school students in public schools. AN ACT relating to courses in personal financial literacy for high school students in public schools. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR90 Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Israel and for the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Israel. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby reaffirm the enduring bond between Texas and Israel and express its continued support for expanding economic, educational, and cultural ties between the two regions Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2655 Relating to operation by certain nonprofit organizations of certain regional health care programs for employees of small employers. AN ACT relating to operation by certain nonprofit organizations of certain regional health care programs for employees of small employers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1120 Relating to rights of a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim in certain criminal cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation of a protective order or condition of bond and to the duration of certain protective orders. AN ACT relating to rights of a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim in certain criminal cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation of a protective order or condition of bond and to the duration of certain protective orders. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2517 Relating to the applicability of premium and maintenance taxes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and Texas FAIR Plan Association. AN ACT relating to the applicability of premium and maintenance taxes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and Texas FAIR Plan Association. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2508 Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a qualifying condition or disease. AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a qualifying condition or disease. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2516 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2193 Relating to a study by the Texas Veterans Commission regarding the provision of veterans benefits in this state. AN ACT relating to a study by the Texas Veterans Commission regarding the provision of veterans benefits in this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2217 Relating to establishing a grant program to equip motor vehicles used by peace officers with certain bullet-resistant components. AN ACT relating to establishing a grant program to equip motor vehicles used by peace officers with certain bullet-resistant components. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2254 Relating to certain health care services contract arrangements entered into by insurers and health care providers. AN ACT relating to certain health care services contract arrangements entered into by insurers and health care providers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1036 Relating to the regulation of residential solar retail transactions; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing fees; providing civil and administrative penalties. AN ACT relating to the regulation of residential solar retail transactions; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing fees; providing civil and administrative penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2313 Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB20 Relating to establishing the Applied Sciences Pathway program. AN ACT relating to establishing the Applied Sciences Pathway program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2492 Relating to the period for which a person arrested for certain crimes involving family violence may be held after bond is posted. AN ACT relating to the period for which a person arrested for certain crimes involving family violence may be held after bond is posted. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2564 Relating to the evaluation of Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant applications. AN ACT relating to the evaluation of Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant applications. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2731 Relating to the regulation of roadside vendors and solicitors in certain counties. AN ACT relating to the regulation of roadside vendors and solicitors in certain counties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1300 Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the criminal offense of organized retail theft; increasing criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to the prosecution and punishment of the criminal offense of organized retail theft; increasing criminal penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1266 Relating to Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing processes. AN ACT relating to Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing processes. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1372 Relating to access to the crime laboratory portal. AN ACT relating to access to the crime laboratory portal. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1313 Relating to prohibited signs, logos, and designs in advertising or marketing cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or other tobacco products; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to prohibited signs, logos, and designs in advertising or marketing cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or other tobacco products; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1371 Relating to the operation of certain metropolitan transit authorities. AN ACT relating to the operation of certain metropolitan transit authorities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3010 Relating to the establishment of the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3000 Relating to a grant program to provide financial assistance to qualified ambulance service providers in certain rural counties. AN ACT relating to a grant program to provide financial assistance to qualified ambulance service providers in certain rural counties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2 Relating to public education and public school finance. AN ACT relating to public education and public school finance. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3033 Relating to a grant program for nonprofit organizations supporting employees of the Department of Public Safety; authorizing voluntary contributions. AN ACT relating to a grant program for nonprofit organizations supporting employees of the Department of Public Safety; authorizing voluntary contributions. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3062 Relating to fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness education for students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. AN ACT relating to fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness education for students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2067 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. AN ACT relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB835 Relating to the enforceability of certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions with respect to an act of sexual abuse. AN ACT relating to the enforceability of certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions with respect to an act of sexual abuse. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1851 Relating to the disposition of certain surplus motor vehicles and other law enforcement equipment by the Texas Facilities Commission to certain school districts. AN ACT relating to the disposition of certain surplus motor vehicles and other law enforcement equipment by the Texas Facilities Commission to certain school districts. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1875 Relating to a study by the General Land Office regarding veterans cemeteries in this state. AN ACT relating to a study by the General Land Office regarding veterans cemeteries in this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1894 Relating to designating November as Veterans Month. AN ACT relating to designating November as Veterans Month. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB612 Relating to the authority of certain conservation and reclamation districts to impose fees for the construction of certain pipelines and associated infrastructure. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain conservation and reclamation districts to impose fees for the construction of certain pipelines and associated infrastructure. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1639 Relating to a study on the increased incidence of cancer in female firefighters in this state. AN ACT relating to a study on the increased incidence of cancer in female firefighters in this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB527 Relating to health benefit coverage for general anesthesia in connection with certain pediatric dental services. AN ACT relating to health benefit coverage for general anesthesia in connection with certain pediatric dental services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB482 Relating to the offenses of assault, harassment, and interference with public duties committed against certain employees or agents of a utility. AN ACT relating to the offenses of assault, harassment, and interference with public duties committed against certain employees or agents of a utility. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB568 Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB571 Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB285 Relating to the prosecution of the offense of cruelty to nonlivestock animals. AN ACT relating to the prosecution of the offense of cruelty to nonlivestock animals. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1105 Relating to the exemption of tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education for certain paramedics. AN ACT relating to the exemption of tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education for certain paramedics. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB213 Relating to prohibiting insurers from requiring the tying of residential property and personal automobile insurance policies. AN ACT relating to prohibiting insurers from requiring the tying of residential property and personal automobile insurance policies. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB783 Relating to civil liability for online impersonation. AN ACT relating to civil liability for online impersonation. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB243 Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities; changing the amount of a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities; changing the amount of a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB75 Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. AN ACT relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB163 Relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine delivery systems by certain entities. AN ACT relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine delivery systems by certain entities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB754 Relating to human trafficking prevention, including training for medical assistants, disclosure of human trafficking information by certain health care facilities, and protection for facility employees who report human trafficking. AN ACT relating to human trafficking prevention, including training for medical assistants, disclosure of human trafficking information by certain health care facilities, and protection for facility employees who report human trafficking. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB437 Relating to the provision of inservice training on identifying abuse, neglect, and illegal, unprofessional, and unethical conduct in certain health care facilities and to civil and administrative penalties assessed for violations of statutes or rules governing chemical dependency treatment facilities. AN ACT relating to the provision of inservice training on identifying abuse, neglect, and illegal, unprofessional, and unethical conduct in certain health care facilities and to civil and administrative penalties assessed for violations of statutes or rules governing chemical dependency treatment facilities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB441 Relating to criminal and civil liability related to sexually explicit media and artificial intimate visual material; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to criminal and civil liability related to sexually explicit media and artificial intimate visual material; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB447 Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. AN ACT relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5646 Relating to admission of and resident tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education for certain students in military-related programs. AN ACT relating to admission of and resident tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education for certain students in military-related programs. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB23 Relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. AN ACT relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB9 Relating to the confinement or release of defendants before trial or sentencing, including regulating charitable bail organizations, and the conditions of and procedures for setting bail and reviewing bail decisions. AN ACT relating to the confinement or release of defendants before trial or sentencing, including regulating charitable bail organizations, and the conditions of and procedures for setting bail and reviewing bail decisions. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB4 Relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. AN ACT relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB40 Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief. AN ACT relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR172 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SCR58 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Dead
SR629 In memory of Joshua Daniel King. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joshua Daniel King and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Sarah King Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR5 Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR59 Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and repealing the limitation on the allocation to that system and its campuses of the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HJR7 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. A JOINT RESOLUTION 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. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR222 In memory of former state Senator and Representative Joe J. Bernal of San Antonio. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of the Honorable Joe J. Bernal and extend heartfelt sympathy to his relatives and many friends Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR259 Recognizing members of the Hindu faith who are celebrating Holi on March 14, 2025. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend to all participating in the festivities of Holi best wishes for a rewarding and joyous celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR686 Recognizing Secretary of the Senate Patsy Spaw and her staff for their valuable contributions and service. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby honor Secretary of the Senate Patsy Spaw and her entire staff for their many valuable contributions to the legislative process and commend them on their loyal and continued service to the State of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR394 Recognizing the Texas-Mexico border as vital to the economy, education, and character of the state. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize that the Texas-Mexico border is vital to the economy, education, and character of our state, and that the cities and counties along the Texas-Mexico border are vibrant, prosperous, diverse, and safe communities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR609 Recognizing Marco Ramirez for his selection as a recipient of the Top Cop Award. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Officer Marco Ramirez on his selection as a recipient of the 2025 Top Cop Award and extend to him best wishes for success in all his future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR608 Recognizing the participants of the Rio Grande Valley Legislative Internship Program and the Texas Legislative Fellowship Program. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the participants of the Rio Grande Valley Legislative Internship Program and the Texas Legislative Fellowship Program on their dedication and excellent work in the Texas Legislature and extend to them best wishes for success in their future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR610 Recognizing Valente Olivares Jr. on the occasion of his retirement. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Valente Olivarez Jr. on his outstanding career and his many contributions to the Lone Star State Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR628 In memory of former state representative James R. Pitts. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of the Honorable James R. Pitts and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his children, Duffy Bloemendal and her husband, Scott, Ashley Pitts, and James Ryan Pitts and his wife, Faith Anne Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR695 Returning Senate Bill No. 293 to the House for further consideration. Returning Senate Bill No. 293 to the House for further consideration. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1620 Relating to the establishment of the Texas forensic analyst apprenticeship pilot program. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Texas forensic analyst apprenticeship pilot program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB207 Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments. AN ACT relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB451 Relating to a screening for the risk of commercial sexual exploitation of certain children. AN ACT relating to a screening for the risk of commercial sexual exploitation of certain children. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB198 Relating to periodic health screenings for firefighters. AN ACT relating to periodic health screenings for firefighters. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1242 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 as the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 as the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1778 Relating to human trafficking, prostitution, and child pornography and to the prosecution of sexual or assaultive offenses or the prosecution of a failure to stop or report those offenses; amending and harmonizing certain statute of limitations provisions; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to human trafficking, prostitution, and child pornography and to the prosecution of sexual or assaultive offenses or the prosecution of a failure to stop or report those offenses; amending and harmonizing certain statute of limitations provisions; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1177 Relating to fire safety inspections at public and private schools. AN ACT relating to fire safety inspections at public and private schools. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1018 Relating to distribution of state traffic fine revenue received by the comptroller. AN ACT relating to distribution of state traffic fine revenue received by the comptroller. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2974 Relating to municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes and the authority of certain municipalities to receive certain tax revenue derived from a hotel and convention center project and to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to the project; authorizing the imposition of taxes. AN ACT relating to municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes and the authority of certain municipalities to receive certain tax revenue derived from a hotel and convention center project and to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to the project; authorizing the imposition of taxes. Dead
SB1351 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 in Hidalgo County as the U.S. Border Patrol Agent Jose Rodriguez-Lua Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 in Hidalgo County as the U.S. Border Patrol Agent Jose Rodriguez-Lua Memorial Highway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2768 Relating to the development of a state information technology apprenticeship credential offered by public junior colleges or public technical institutes to address shortages in the state information resources workforce. AN ACT relating to the development of a state information technology apprenticeship credential offered by public junior colleges or public technical institutes to address shortages in the state information resources workforce. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1931 Relating to the designation of a portion of Business U.S. Highway 83-S in Hidalgo County as the SP4 Rodolfo Valdez Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of Business U.S. Highway 83-S in Hidalgo County as the SP4 Rodolfo Valdez Memorial Highway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5238 Relating to the criminal offense of disrupting a meeting or procession. AN ACT relating to the criminal offense of disrupting a meeting or procession. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR1 Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances for illegal aliens charged with certain offenses punishable as a felony. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances for illegal aliens charged with certain offenses punishable as a felony. Dead
HJR133 Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB21 Relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB879 Relating to the licensing of certain military veterans as health care providers. AN ACT relating to the licensing of certain military veterans as health care providers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB748 Relating to the enforceability of certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions with respect to an act of sexual abuse. AN ACT relating to the enforceability of certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions with respect to an act of sexual abuse. Dead
SB427 Relating to the eligibility of certain political subdivisions to receive a state loan or grant following the political subdivision's failure to comply with certain financial reporting requirements. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of certain political subdivisions to receive a state loan or grant following the political subdivision's failure to comply with certain financial reporting requirements. Dead
SB761 Relating to the offense of sexual assault and to the rights of crime victims, including the enforcement of certain rights of sexual assault victims; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the offense of sexual assault and to the rights of crime victims, including the enforcement of certain rights of sexual assault victims; authorizing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB438 Relating to the confidentiality of certain information for a current or former administrative law judge for the State Office of Administrative Hearings. AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain information for a current or former administrative law judge for the State Office of Administrative Hearings. Dead
SB1080 Relating to the revocation of an occupational license from certain license holders and the issuance of an occupational license to certain applicants with criminal convictions. AN ACT relating to the revocation of an occupational license from certain license holders and the issuance of an occupational license to certain applicants with criminal convictions. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2427 Relating to the issuance of and fee for a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles on certain routes in Hidalgo County and the use of those fees for the payment of the costs of constructing and maintaining certain of those routes. AN ACT relating to the issuance of and fee for a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles on certain routes in Hidalgo County and the use of those fees for the payment of the costs of constructing and maintaining certain of those routes. Dead
SB2675 Relating to the conveyance of certain park land owned by certain municipalities. AN ACT relating to the conveyance of certain park land owned by certain municipalities. Dead
SB2105 Relating to the authority of a county attorney or district attorney to enforce human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments. AN ACT relating to the authority of a county attorney or district attorney to enforce human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments. Dead
SB1786 Relating to public higher education. AN ACT relating to public higher education. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1531 Relating to the electronic payment of ad valorem taxes; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to the electronic payment of ad valorem taxes; authorizing a fee. Dead
SB2857 Relating to a prescription drug purchasing pool for certain health benefit plan issuers and employers. AN ACT relating to a prescription drug purchasing pool for certain health benefit plan issuers and employers. Dead
HB2756 Relating to training on de-escalation, crisis intervention, and behavioral health for correctional officers and certain other employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. AN ACT relating to training on de-escalation, crisis intervention, and behavioral health for correctional officers and certain other employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB442 Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of unlawful production or distribution of certain sexually explicit media; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of unlawful production or distribution of certain sexually explicit media; increasing a criminal penalty. Dead
SB2603 Relating to cooperation by economic development program participants with local workforce development boards. AN ACT relating to cooperation by economic development program participants with local workforce development boards. Dead
SB2949 Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and operators engaged in the motor fuel transport or export business; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee; creating criminal offenses; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the regulation of certain facilities and operators engaged in the motor fuel transport or export business; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee; creating criminal offenses; authorizing a civil penalty. Dead
SB5 Relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1464 Relating to a hearing on the refusal to issue or the revocation or suspension of a vehicle title. AN ACT relating to a hearing on the refusal to issue or the revocation or suspension of a vehicle title. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3093 Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. AN ACT relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB331 Relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders. AN ACT relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB771 Relating to a credit or refund for diesel fuel taxes paid on diesel fuel used in this state by auxiliary power units or power take-off equipment. AN ACT relating to a credit or refund for diesel fuel taxes paid on diesel fuel used in this state by auxiliary power units or power take-off equipment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1373 Relating to a hospital's determination to grant, deny, renew, or modify medical staff privileges. AN ACT relating to a hospital's determination to grant, deny, renew, or modify medical staff privileges. Dead
SJR2 Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR85 Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR508 Recognizing the members of the 13th class of the Senator Gregory Luna Legislative Scholars and Fellows Program. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the 13th class of the Senator Gregory Luna Legislative Scholars and Fellows Program on their remarkable service and excellent work over the course of the legislative session and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success as they prepare to become the future leaders of the Lone Star State Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB990 Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of murder. AN ACT relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of murder. Dead
SB1316 Relating to a prohibition on e-cigarette advertising in certain locations. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on e-cigarette advertising in certain locations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2455 Relating to the maximum weight of a vehicle or combination of vehicles operating at certain ports of entry. AN ACT relating to the maximum weight of a vehicle or combination of vehicles operating at certain ports of entry. Dead
SB1967 Relating to the provision of financial assistance by the Texas Water Development Board for certain projects. AN ACT relating to the provision of financial assistance by the Texas Water Development Board for certain projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2530 Relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; providing an administrative penalty. AN ACT relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; providing an administrative penalty. Dead
SR536 Honoring Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate auditor. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby honor Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate auditor and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1619 Relating to the use of an epinephrine delivery system by certain entities. AN ACT relating to the use of an epinephrine delivery system by certain entities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2023 Relating to the establishment of a grant program to support the disposition of deceased paupers' bodies. AN ACT relating to the establishment of a grant program to support the disposition of deceased paupers' bodies. Dead
SB610 Relating to combating human trafficking by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. AN ACT relating to combating human trafficking by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1250 Relating to the definition of a project financing zone for the purposes of certain municipalities that use certain tax revenue to fund convention center facilities, multipurpose arenas, venues, and related infrastructure. AN ACT relating to the definition of a project financing zone for the purposes of certain municipalities that use certain tax revenue to fund convention center facilities, multipurpose arenas, venues, and related infrastructure. Dead
SB2133 Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects. Dead
SB1652 Relating to the source of dogs and cats sold by pet stores; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the source of dogs and cats sold by pet stores; providing a civil penalty. Dead
SJR3 Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1930 Relating to the use of proceeds from the sale of saltwater fishing stamps issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department. AN ACT relating to the use of proceeds from the sale of saltwater fishing stamps issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SCR13 Urging the U.S. Department of State and the United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission to take appropriate action to ensure that Mexico complies with the 1944 Treaty regarding shared water resources. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the U.S. Department of State and the United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission to take appropriate action to ensure that Mexico complies with the 1944 Treaty regarding shared water resources and that they take all necessary steps to make deliveries to the United States a priority during annual water allocation deliberations Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR525 Recognizing Jose Noe Mendez on the occasion of his 100th birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Jose Noe Mendez on his many accomplishments and extend to him congratulations and best wishes on the joyous occasion of his 100th birthday Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB481 Relating to emergency preparedness and response plans for the continued care and safety of nursing facility and assisted living facility residents. AN ACT relating to emergency preparedness and response plans for the continued care and safety of nursing facility and assisted living facility residents. Dead
HB275 Relating to reducing school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes through the use of certain surplus state revenue. AN ACT relating to reducing school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes through the use of certain surplus state revenue. Dead
SB513 Relating to a rural community-based care pilot program. AN ACT relating to a rural community-based care pilot program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2310 Relating to transparency regarding requirements to complete a certificate or degree program at a public institution of higher education. AN ACT relating to transparency regarding requirements to complete a certificate or degree program at a public institution of higher education. Dead
SB1544 Relating to member contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System. AN ACT relating to member contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System. Dead
SB249 Relating to memorial markers for certain officers killed in the line of duty. AN ACT relating to memorial markers for certain officers killed in the line of duty. Dead
SB1727 Relating to procedures related to juvenile justice proceedings, the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, and certain offenses or conduct committed by a child or by a person placed in or committed to certain juvenile facilities; changing the eligibility for community supervision. AN ACT relating to procedures related to juvenile justice proceedings, the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, and certain offenses or conduct committed by a child or by a person placed in or committed to certain juvenile facilities; changing the eligibility for community supervision. Dead
HB3077 Relating to reports by certain persons involved in the manufacture and distribution of alcoholic beverages for purposes of sales and use taxes. AN ACT relating to reports by certain persons involved in the manufacture and distribution of alcoholic beverages for purposes of sales and use taxes. Dead
SB28 Relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SB1551 Relating to the availability of automated external defibrillators at public schools. AN ACT relating to the availability of automated external defibrillators at public schools. Dead
HB318 Relating to the establishment of grant programs to provide financial assistance to qualified sheriff's departments in certain rural counties. AN ACT relating to the establishment of grant programs to provide financial assistance to qualified sheriff's departments in certain rural counties. Dead
SR487 Recognizing Corpus Christi Ballet on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the company members, directors, and supporters of Corpus Christi Ballet for their outstanding contributions to this exemplary cultural institution in South Texas and extend to all congratulations on five decades of success and best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR470 Recognizing Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi on the on the occasion of the institution's 78th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR471 Recognizing Royce Chadwick on the occasion of his retirement. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Royce Chadwick on his illustrious career as a basketball coach and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR472 In memory of Jose Enrique Alejos. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Jose Enrique Alejos Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB229 Relating to prohibiting a retail seller of motor vehicles from imposing certain restrictions on the purchase of a motor vehicle. AN ACT relating to prohibiting a retail seller of motor vehicles from imposing certain restrictions on the purchase of a motor vehicle. Dead
SB1935 Relating to the composition and operation of a property owners' association board. AN ACT relating to the composition and operation of a property owners' association board. Dead
SB2253 Relating to the certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency. AN ACT relating to the certification of public school educators, including financial and other assistance provided to public schools by the Texas Education Agency. Dead
SCR41 Urging the United States Department of Commerce to maintain the Tomato Suspension Agreement. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the U.S. Department of Commerce to maintain the Tomato Suspension Agreement Dead
SR463 In memory of Pope Francis. That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Pope Francis and extend deepest condolences to all who mourn his passing. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR465 Recognizing April 29, 2025 as Donate Life Texas Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 29, 2025, as Donate Life Texas Day and commend all who are working to promote organ, eye, and tissue donation and all who have already registered as donors in the Lone Star State Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3005 Relating to a study on the use of psychedelic therapies in the treatment of certain conditions. AN ACT relating to a study on the use of psychedelic therapies in the treatment of certain conditions. Dead
SR432 Recognizing Rob Kepple on his exemplary career with the Texas District and County Attorneys Association. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Rob Kepple on his exemplary career and his many contributions to the Lone Star State and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR430 In memory of Manuela Garza Sanchez. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Manuela Garza Sanchez Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR68 Proposing a constitutional amendment to clarify and implement certain provisions governing the impeachment, trial, removal from office, and disqualification of public officers. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to clarify and implement certain provisions governing the impeachment, trial, removal from office, and disqualification of public officers. Dead
SB2051 Relating to the impeachment or removal from office of certain public officers, including procedures governing the impeachment, trial on impeachment, and disqualification of state officers, and to the grounds for which certain public officers may be removed from office. AN ACT relating to the impeachment or removal from office of certain public officers, including procedures governing the impeachment, trial on impeachment, and disqualification of state officers, and to the grounds for which certain public officers may be removed from office. Dead
SB208 Relating to the establishment of the workforce housing capital investment fund program to fund the development of workforce housing in this state; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the workforce housing capital investment fund program to fund the development of workforce housing in this state; authorizing a fee. Dead
SB14 Relating to reforming the procedure by which state agencies adopt rules and impose regulatory requirements and the deference given to the interpretation of laws and rules by state agencies in certain judicial proceedings. AN ACT relating to reforming the procedure by which state agencies adopt rules and impose regulatory requirements and the deference given to the interpretation of laws and rules by state agencies in certain judicial proceedings. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR82 Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including establishment of a state agency with powers to regulate all lotteries and gift enterprises, imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requi SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including establishment of a state agency with powers to regulate all lotteries and gift enterprises, imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees. Dead
SR416 Recognizing the intern cohort of Dean Senator Zaffirini for their service during the 89th Legislative Session. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of Dean Senator Zaffirini's spring 2025 intern cohort for their valuable contributions to the Texas Senate and the office of Dean Senator Zaffirini and extend to them best wishes for continued success in their future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR431 Recognizing Saint John of the Cross Catholic Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize the parish of Saint John of the Cross Catholic Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and extend to its leaders and parishioners best wishes for continued success in their ministry Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3049 Relating to the release of a conservation easement burdening the Nueces County historic courthouse property. AN ACT relating to the release of a conservation easement burdening the Nueces County historic courthouse property. Dead
SB2226 Relating to requirements for loans or grants provided by the Texas Transportation Commission to aviation facilities located in economically disadvantaged counties. AN ACT relating to requirements for loans or grants provided by the Texas Transportation Commission to aviation facilities located in economically disadvantaged counties. Dead
SB819 Relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. Dead
SB1314 Relating to a prohibition on certain e-cigarette products. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on certain e-cigarette products. Dead
SR402 Recognizing Deb Manley and Cathy Hoyt on their discovery of a new plant species at Big Bend National Park. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the discovery of a new plant species at Big Bend National Park and commend Deb Manley and Cathy Hoyt for their vital contribution to this undertaking. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR411 In memory of Guadalupe Arismendez Jr. of Corpus Christi. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Guadalupe Arismendez Jr. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR410 Recognizing Alyssa Barrera Mason for her service to the City of Corpus Christi. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Alyssa Barrera Mason on her outstanding career and her many contributions to Corpus Christi and extend to her best wishes in all her future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1354 Relating to the minimum reimbursement amount for prescription drugs and devices to health benefit plan network pharmacists and pharmacies. AN ACT relating to the minimum reimbursement amount for prescription drugs and devices to health benefit plan network pharmacists and pharmacies. Dead
SB1052 Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. AN ACT relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. Dead
SB1006 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. AN ACT relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Dead
SB440 Relating to audits of and reports by self-directed and semi-independent financial regulatory agencies. AN ACT relating to audits of and reports by self-directed and semi-independent financial regulatory agencies. Dead
SCR24 Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Israel and for the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Israel. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby reaffirm the enduring bond between Texas and Israel and express its continued support for expanding economic, educational, and cultural ties between the two regions Dead
SB26 Relating to public education, including the rights and compensation of public school educators and funding for teacher compensation under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to public education, including the rights and compensation of public school educators and funding for teacher compensation under the Foundation School Program. Dead
SB2331 Relating to the Managed Care Consumer Choice Program. AN ACT relating to the Managed Care Consumer Choice Program. Dead
SR312 Recognizing Sergio Vasquez, Jesus Gonzalez, and Charlie Cavazos for assisting in fighting the 2025 wildfires in California. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Sergio Vasquez, Jesus Gonzalez, and Charlie Cavazos of the Pharr Fire Department for deploying to battle the historic 2025 wildfires in California and extend to them sincere appreciation for their selfless dedication to duty Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3020 Relating to a biennial state report on suicide rates, the Texas Violent Death Reporting System, and certain suicide data shared under a memorandum of understanding. AN ACT relating to a biennial state report on suicide rates, the Texas Violent Death Reporting System, and certain suicide data shared under a memorandum of understanding. Dead
SR375 Recognizing April 7, 2025, as Jack and Jill of America Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 7, 2025, as Jack and Jill of America Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those affiliated with the organization's South Central Region sincere best wishes for continued success. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2202 Relating to the trafficking of a firearm to a foreign terrorist organization and to the unlawful transfer of firearms between this state and the United Mexican States; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the trafficking of a firearm to a foreign terrorist organization and to the unlawful transfer of firearms between this state and the United Mexican States; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB2851 Relating to requiring public schools to provide to certain parents notice regarding certain incidents and risks related to the parent's child and suicide prevention materials. AN ACT relating to requiring public schools to provide to certain parents notice regarding certain incidents and risks related to the parent's child and suicide prevention materials. Dead
SB2852 Relating to the establishment of a bullying prevention pilot program for public schools. AN ACT relating to the establishment of a bullying prevention pilot program for public schools. Dead
SB1933 Relating to the appointment and qualifications of the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District. AN ACT relating to the appointment and qualifications of the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District. Dead
SB2670 Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and certain qualified projects. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and certain qualified projects. Dead
SB2666 Relating to the establishment of a grant program to allow the Nueces County Hospital District to recruit and retain certain medical professionals. AN ACT relating to the establishment of a grant program to allow the Nueces County Hospital District to recruit and retain certain medical professionals. Dead
SB2674 Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain biomarker testing. AN ACT relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain biomarker testing. Dead
SB2741 Relating to the appointment of counsel for indigent defendants or juveniles in certain capital felony cases. AN ACT relating to the appointment of counsel for indigent defendants or juveniles in certain capital felony cases. Dead
SB2548 Relating to awarding contracts to managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program. AN ACT relating to awarding contracts to managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program. Dead
SB2547 Relating to imposing a moratorium on the awarding of certain contracts by the Health and Human Services Commission under Medicaid and the child health plan program. AN ACT relating to imposing a moratorium on the awarding of certain contracts by the Health and Human Services Commission under Medicaid and the child health plan program. Dead
SB2673 Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files by a statutory county court. AN ACT relating to the expunction of arrest records and files by a statutory county court. Dead
SB2672 Relating to the requirements for issuance of a supplemental bilingual education teaching certificate. AN ACT relating to the requirements for issuance of a supplemental bilingual education teaching certificate. Dead
SB2667 Relating to the reporting of private school educator misconduct; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the reporting of private school educator misconduct; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB2676 Relating to Medicaid provider enrollment revalidation. AN ACT relating to Medicaid provider enrollment revalidation. Dead
SB2682 Relating to civil liability for online impersonation. AN ACT relating to civil liability for online impersonation. Dead
SB2669 Relating to the authority of a podiatrist to delegate certain podiatric medical acts to an advanced practice registered nurse. AN ACT relating to the authority of a podiatrist to delegate certain podiatric medical acts to an advanced practice registered nurse. Dead
SB2663 Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles for certain routes in Hidalgo County. AN ACT relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles for certain routes in Hidalgo County. Dead
SB2664 Relating to the university advisory committee of and procedure for making awards by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. AN ACT relating to the university advisory committee of and procedure for making awards by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Dead
SB2665 Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to adopt an exemption or a tax rate that is contingent on voter approval of the adoption of a tax rate or the issuance of bonds by that taxing unit or another taxing unit. AN ACT relating to the authority of a taxing unit to adopt an exemption or a tax rate that is contingent on voter approval of the adoption of a tax rate or the issuance of bonds by that taxing unit or another taxing unit. Dead
SB2671 Relating to the establishment of the Texas geothermal energy production policy council. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Texas geothermal energy production policy council. Dead
SB2668 Relating to regulation of vehicle storage facilities and the approval and regulation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of Internet websites for the public sale of certain abandoned vehicles by vehicle storage facility operators. AN ACT relating to regulation of vehicle storage facilities and the approval and regulation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of Internet websites for the public sale of certain abandoned vehicles by vehicle storage facility operators. Dead
SR358 Recognizing The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as a model institution for excellence in higher education, research, innovation, and community engagement and extend to its leaders, faculty, and staff congratulations on a decade of success and best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR352 Recognizing April 2, 2025, as Texas Food Bank Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the staff and volunteers of Feeding Texas for working to end hunger and improve health for all Texans and extend best wishes to all for a memorable Texas Food Bank Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB881 Relating to the issuance by the Texas Medical Board of certain licenses to practice medicine and the authority of an insured to select certain license holders under the insured's health policy; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to the issuance by the Texas Medical Board of certain licenses to practice medicine and the authority of an insured to select certain license holders under the insured's health policy; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. Dead
SB1317 Relating to limitations on the age of individuals allowed to enter the premises of a smoke shop; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to limitations on the age of individuals allowed to enter the premises of a smoke shop; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB1315 Relating to county and municipal authority to prohibit the sale of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products near certain locations. AN ACT relating to county and municipal authority to prohibit the sale of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products near certain locations. Dead
SR356 In memory of Carole Stewart Keeton of Austin. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Carole Stewart Keeton Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR333 In memory of Gordon Robert Johnson of Austin. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Gordon Robert Johnson and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Julie Hull Johnson Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR315 Recognizing Mike Aleman for saving the life of a fellow Texan. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Senior Deputy Mike Aleman on his admirable and courageous actions that saved the life of a fellow Texan Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR330 Recognizing Tim Lee on the occasion of his 21st anniversary working with the Texas Legislature. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate Tim Lee on his 21st anniversary of working with the Texas Legislature and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important work Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR329 Recognizing March 26, 2025, as REALTOR Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 26, 2025, as REALTOR Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR316 Recognizing the Rotary Club of Edinburg on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Rotary Club of Edinburg for upholding a proud and historic tradition of civic service and extend to all congratulations on the club's 100th anniversary Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR317 Recognizing Trinity Episcopal Church in Pharr on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and congregants of Trinity Episcopal Church on the joyous occasion of its 100th anniversary Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR314 Recognizing March 21 through 26, 2025, as Marine Week Austin. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to all members of the United States Marine Corps, honor their 250-year legacy of steadfast dedication to the defense of freedom, and join them in celebrating March 21 through 26, 2025, as Marine Week Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR313 Recognizing March 25, 2025, as Paws Fur Help Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the dedicated volunteers and board members of Paws Fur Help for their exemplary service on behalf of companion animals and extend to all best wishes for a rewarding Paws Fur Help Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB483 Relating to the sharing and protection of certain utility proprietary customer information. AN ACT relating to the sharing and protection of certain utility proprietary customer information. Dead
SB2329 Relating to investment of local governments' money in banks located in this state. AN ACT relating to investment of local governments' money in banks located in this state. Dead
SB2388 Relating to managed care contracts, including the procurement of managed care contracts, under Medicaid and the child health plan program. AN ACT relating to managed care contracts, including the procurement of managed care contracts, under Medicaid and the child health plan program. Dead
SB2132 Relating to the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program, including funding for that program under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program, including funding for that program under the Foundation School Program. Dead
SB2135 Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law and an additional statutory probate court in Hidalgo County. AN ACT relating to the creation of an additional county court at law and an additional statutory probate court in Hidalgo County. Dead
SB2110 Relating to electric grid resiliency measures, including a study by the Public Utility Commission of Texas of the cost of burying overhead power lines. AN ACT relating to electric grid resiliency measures, including a study by the Public Utility Commission of Texas of the cost of burying overhead power lines. Dead
SB2131 Relating to funds reserved for certain construction materials. AN ACT relating to funds reserved for certain construction materials. Dead
SB2134 Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects. Dead
SB2136 Relating to dual certification for water or sewer service in an area incorporated or annexed by certain municipalities. AN ACT relating to dual certification for water or sewer service in an area incorporated or annexed by certain municipalities. Dead
SB2130 Relating to the regulation of certain transactions and activities involving the provision of veterinary services; authorizing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to the regulation of certain transactions and activities involving the provision of veterinary services; authorizing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SR269 Recognizing March 19, 2025, as Palmview Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 19, 2025, as Palmview Day at the Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and productive stay in Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR265 Recognizing March 21, 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 21, 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day at the State Capitol. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1078 Relating to certain searches of female inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. AN ACT relating to certain searches of female inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Dead
SB611 Relating to a statewide standing order prescribing epinephrine auto-injectors to public and private schools. AN ACT relating to a statewide standing order prescribing epinephrine auto-injectors to public and private schools. Dead
SR267 Extending best wishes to all those participating in the festivities of Holi. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend to all participating in the festivities of Holi best wishes for a rewarding and joyous celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR271 Recognizing March 17, 2025, as Profound Autism Awareness Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 17, 2025, as Profound Autism Awareness Day and encourage Texans to learn more about profound autism. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1932 Relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders. AN ACT relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders. Dead
SB1938 Relating to the dedication of revenue received from certain oversize or overweight vehicle permits to the state highway fund. AN ACT relating to the dedication of revenue received from certain oversize or overweight vehicle permits to the state highway fund. Dead
SB1934 Relating to the operation of certain health care provider participation programs in this state. AN ACT relating to the operation of certain health care provider participation programs in this state. Dead
SR258 In memory of U.S. Congressman Sylvester Turner of Houston. That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby honor the memory of Congressman Sylvester Turner and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his daughter, Ashley Turner Captain, and her husband, Jimmie Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR242 Recognizing March 16-22, 2025, as National Surveyors Week. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 16-22, 2025, as National Surveyors Week and extend to all those associated with the industry sincere best wishes for continued success. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB436 Relating to the establishment of a property value study hardship grant program. AN ACT relating to the establishment of a property value study hardship grant program. Dead
SB1634 Relating to state recognition of the Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas. AN ACT relating to state recognition of the Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas. Dead
SB1658 Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Dead
SB1657 Relating to prohibiting the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to prohibiting the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Dead
SB1616 Relating to certain payment recovery and recoupment efforts under Medicaid and the child health plan program. AN ACT relating to certain payment recovery and recoupment efforts under Medicaid and the child health plan program. Dead
SJR65 Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to legalize wagering in this state on certain sporting events. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to legalize wagering in this state on certain sporting events. Dead
SJR66 Proposing a constitutional amendment dedicating a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes and insurance premium taxes to the Texas water fund. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment dedicating a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes and insurance premium taxes to the Texas water fund. Dead
SR210 Recognizing March 6, 2025, as Sullivan City Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 6, 2025, as Sullivan City Day at the Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR211 Recognizing March 6, 2025, as Jim Wells County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 6, 2025, as Jim Wells County Day at the Capitol and extend to the county's visiting delegates best wishes for a memorable and productive visit to Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR206 Recognizing Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas and extend to all those associated with the organization sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1530 Relating to the time period for which certain funds payable under a construction contract must be reserved for the benefit of mechanic's lien claimants. AN ACT relating to the time period for which certain funds payable under a construction contract must be reserved for the benefit of mechanic's lien claimants. Dead
SB1463 Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records. AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records. Dead
SB1465 Relating to personal flotation device requirements for certain recreational vessels. AN ACT relating to personal flotation device requirements for certain recreational vessels. Dead
SB1374 Relating to the administration of epinephrine medication by public and private schools. AN ACT relating to the administration of epinephrine medication by public and private schools. Dead
SB1466 Relating to the provision of prosthetic devices to certain Medicaid recipients. AN ACT relating to the provision of prosthetic devices to certain Medicaid recipients. Dead
SR203 Recognizing March 5, 2025, as Texas State Aquarium Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend all who contribute to the aquarium's success and recognize March 5, 2025, as Texas State Aquarium Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR180 Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Nurse Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 4, 2025, as Nurse Day at the State Capitol and commend all nurses for their invaluable service to the Lone Star State. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR191 In memory of Johnny Canales. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Johnny Canales and extend sincere condolences to his family, to his many friends, and to all who mourn his passing Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR200 Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Texas Southern University Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 4, 2025, as Texas Southern University Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those associated with the institution sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1225 Relating to the purchase of a construction-related service from a provider related to an energy savings performance contract. AN ACT relating to the purchase of a construction-related service from a provider related to an energy savings performance contract. Dead
SB1226 Relating to the creation of certain regional conservation and reclamation districts. AN ACT relating to the creation of certain regional conservation and reclamation districts. Dead
SR174 Recognizing February 27, 2025, as Texas Majority to End Gun Violence Advocacy Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 27, 2025, as Texas Majority to End Gun Violence Advocacy Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating sincere best wishes for an informative and memorable visit Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR175 Recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 2025 as Black History Month and encourage all citizens to learn more about the history and accomplishments of African Americans in the Lone Star State. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR138 Recognizing February 26, 2025, as University of Houston-Downtown Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as University of Houston-Downtown Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR152 Recognizing February 26, 2025, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day and commend students and alumni from The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR142 Recognizing Baylor University's Bob Bullock Scholars Program. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to Baylor University's Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commend this year's scholars on their participation in the state's legislative process Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR141 Recognizing February 25, 2025, as Baylor Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Baylor University on its commitment to educating future leaders and extend to the university's students, faculty, and staff best wishes for a memorable and rewarding Baylor Day at the State Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR106 In memory of U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of Houston. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Sheila Jackson Lee and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her husband, Elwyn Lee Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR116 In memory of Eddie Bernice Johnson of Dallas. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Eddie Bernice Johnson Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1053 Relating to the consequences of a criminal conviction on a person's eligibility for an occupational license. AN ACT relating to the consequences of a criminal conviction on a person's eligibility for an occupational license. Dead
SB1051 Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. AN ACT relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property. Dead
SB1050 Relating to energy savings performance contracts for local governments; creating criminal offenses; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to energy savings performance contracts for local governments; creating criminal offenses; authorizing a fee. Dead
SR117 Recognizing State Representative Harold V. Dutton, Jr., on the occasion of his 80th birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate the Honorable Harold V. Dutton, Jr., on the occasion of his 80th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR111 Recognizing February 19, 2025, as Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR110 Recognizing February 19, 2025, as Rio Grande Valley Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as Rio Grande Valley Day at the Capitol and extend to all in attendance sincere best wishes for a productive and enjoyable visit. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR104 Recognizing the citizens of Mission on their important contributions to the history and prosperity of our state. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Mission on their important contributions to the history and prosperity of our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Mission Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR115 Recognizing February 18, 2025, as Edinburg Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the people of Edinburg on their many contributions to the state and their city's designation as an All-America City and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Edinburg Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR61 Recognizing February 18, 2025, as Texas Music Advocacy Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 18, 2025, as Texas Music Advocacy Day at the State Capitol and extend sincere best wishes for continued success to the members of the Texas Chapter of the Recording Academy. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR98 Recognizing Senator Judith Zaffirini on the occasion of her birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Senator Judith Zaffirini, Dean of the Texas Senate, for her exceptional achievements on behalf of the citizens of this state and extend to her sincere appreciation and best wishes for a most enjoyable birthday celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB838 Relating to requirements for subscription service contracts; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to requirements for subscription service contracts; providing a civil penalty. Dead
SR42 Recognizing February 12, 2025, as Coastal Bend Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 12, 2025, as Coastal Bend Day at the State Capitol and extend to the region's delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable event Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR66 Recognizing February 11, 2025, as University of Houston Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 11, 2025, as University of Houston Day at the State Capitol and extend to all participants sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable visit. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB772 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 as the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 as the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway. Dead
SR21 Recognizing February 3, 2025, as Del Mar College Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 3, 2025, as Del Mar College Day at the State Capitol and commend the administration, faculty, staff, and board of regents of Del Mar College on their commitment to excellence in education and extend to them best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR27 Recognizing February 4, 2025, as McAllen Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 4, 2025, as McAllen Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable visit to Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB613 Relating to the regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine; increasing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine; increasing a civil penalty. Dead
SB615 Relating to the statute of limitations for sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault. AN ACT relating to the statute of limitations for sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault. Dead
SB485 Relating to the duties of care of certain landlords regarding disasters. AN ACT relating to the duties of care of certain landlords regarding disasters. Dead
SB484 Relating to portable generator safety and warning labels. AN ACT relating to portable generator safety and warning labels. Dead
SB486 Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual when committed in a disaster area or evacuated area. AN ACT relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual when committed in a disaster area or evacuated area. Dead
SB443 Relating to single-family homes held by corporate owners for rental purposes; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to single-family homes held by corporate owners for rental purposes; providing a civil penalty. Dead
SB435 Relating to an adjustment for certain school districts under the public school finance system for revenue lost due to the use of the state value of the district's taxable value of property determined by the comptroller of public accounts. AN ACT relating to an adjustment for certain school districts under the public school finance system for revenue lost due to the use of the state value of the district's taxable value of property determined by the comptroller of public accounts. Dead
SB444 Relating to a requirement that certain special purpose districts cause certain information to be posted on an Internet website. AN ACT relating to a requirement that certain special purpose districts cause certain information to be posted on an Internet website. Dead
SB439 Relating to approval by the commissioner of education of certain contracts entered into by a school district during the pendency of certain special investigations. AN ACT relating to approval by the commissioner of education of certain contracts entered into by a school district during the pendency of certain special investigations. Dead
SB426 Relating to a report by the Public Utility Commission of Texas on disconnections of residential retail electric service. AN ACT relating to a report by the Public Utility Commission of Texas on disconnections of residential retail electric service. Dead
SB448 Relating to certain cost sharing requirements for a desalination facility operating under a public-private partnership. AN ACT relating to certain cost sharing requirements for a desalination facility operating under a public-private partnership. Dead
SB428 Relating to qualifications for a sheriff or constable or a candidate for sheriff or constable. AN ACT relating to qualifications for a sheriff or constable or a candidate for sheriff or constable. Dead
SB446 Relating to term limits for members of the senate serving on the Sunset Advisory Commission. AN ACT relating to term limits for members of the senate serving on the Sunset Advisory Commission. Dead
SB445 Relating to eliminating the fee for electronic access to certain information maintained by the secretary of state. AN ACT relating to eliminating the fee for electronic access to certain information maintained by the secretary of state. Dead
SR14 In memory of Jesus "Jesse" Vargas of Brazoria County. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jesus "Jesse" Vargas and extend deepest condolences to all those who mourn his passing: to his wife, Digna Emerita Bonilla Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR17 Recognizing January 28, 2025, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize January 28, 2025, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day at the State Capitol. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
Bill Bill Name Motion Vote Date Vote
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR171 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR171 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR172 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HB493 Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB493 Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB268 Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
SB268 Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
SB650 Relating to requiring the use of electronically readable information to verify a purchaser's age in the retail sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2516 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2516 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1637 Relating to the prosecution of the offense of deadly conduct. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1660 Relating to the retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1660 Relating to the retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB145 Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB145 Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2024 Relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2024 Relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2217 Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2217 Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB119 Relating to the registration as a lobbyist of persons who engage in certain lobbying activities on behalf of a foreign adversary and to prohibitions on the receipt of compensation related to those lobbying activities; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB46 Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2753 Relating to the integration of early voting by personal appearance and election day voting, including the manner in which election returns are processed and other related changes. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
SB2753 Relating to the integration of early voting by personal appearance and election day voting, including the manner in which election returns are processed and other related changes. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
HB1545 Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB1545 Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2900 Relating to certain advisory entities and work groups under the jurisdiction of the comptroller of public accounts or on which the comptroller's office is represented and to the repeal or redesignation of certain of those entities. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2900 Relating to certain advisory entities and work groups under the jurisdiction of the comptroller of public accounts or on which the comptroller's office is represented and to the repeal or redesignation of certain of those entities. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB40 Relating to the business court. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB40 Relating to the business court. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR146 Directing the governor of the State of Texas to award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to U.S. Army veteran Rickey Dudley Wittner. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR148 Designating Bridge City as the official Corn Dog Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR149 Directing the governor of the State of Texas to posthumously award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to U.S. Navy SEAL Nathan Gage Ingram of Roanoke. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR155 Designating San Antonio as Military City Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR157 Designating Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR157 Designating Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR702 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3642. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR708 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on S.B. No. 2972. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR706 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 650. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR713 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 40. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SCR55 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1964. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR718 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 46. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SCR56 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB705 Relating to the Cosmetology Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB331 Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB331 Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB379 Relating to prohibiting the purchase of sweetened drinks and candy under the supplemental nutrition assistance program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB447 Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB447 Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB441 Relating to criminal and civil liability related to sexually explicit media and artificial intimate visual material; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB568 Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB568 Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2017 Relating to increasing the criminal penalty and changing the eligibility for community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole for certain persons convicted of intoxication manslaughter. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2067 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2067 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1405 Relating to increasing access to and reducing taxation of Internet services. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3071 Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3071 Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1494 Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1494 Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1540 Relating to maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of election officials and their employees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1540 Relating to maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of election officials and their employees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB12 Relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Nay
SB12 Relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Nay
SB1566 Relating to connection of utilities by certain entities in certain subdivisions formerly located in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1566 Relating to connection of utilities by certain entities in certain subdivisions formerly located in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3372 Relating to prohibiting certain personal services performed by school district administrators; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3372 Relating to prohibiting certain personal services performed by school district administrators; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
  Committee Position Rank
Detail Texas Senate Border Security Committee 5
Detail Texas Senate Criminal Justice Committee 4
Detail Texas Senate Finance Committee Vice Chair 2
Detail Texas Senate Jurisprudence Committee 4
Detail Texas Senate Transportation Committee 5
State District Chamber Party Status Start Date End Date
TX District 20 Senate Democrat In Office 01/14/2003
TX District 40 House Democrat Out of Office 01/14/1997 01/16/2024
TX District 41 House Democrat Out of Office 01/11/1983 01/16/2024
TX District 59-A House Democrat Out of Office 01/13/1981 01/16/2024