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State Senator
Lois Kolkhorst
(R) - Texas
Texas Senate District 18
In Office - Started: 12/22/2014

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P.O. Box 12068
Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-463-0118

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22310 Grand Corner Drive
Suite 120
Katy, TX 77494
Phone: 281-394-5610

Bill Bill Name Summary Progress
HB762 Relating to severance pay for political subdivision employees and independent contractors. AN ACT relating to severance pay for political subdivision employees and independent contractors. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1690 Relating to an application for a permit for the transfer of groundwater out of a groundwater conservation district. AN ACT relating to an application for a permit for the transfer of groundwater out of a groundwater conservation district. Vetoed
SB1032 Relating to the eligibility of postsecondary educational institutions to participate in the governor's university research initiative. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of postsecondary educational institutions to participate in the governor's university research initiative. Vetoed
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
SB2078 Relating to the regulation of composting in certain counties; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the regulation of composting in certain counties; authorizing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4070 Relating to the sale, design, and manufacture of orthodontic devices. AN ACT relating to the sale, design, and manufacture of orthodontic devices. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4187 Relating to the authority and responsibilities of the Texas Historical Commission; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to the authority and responsibilities of the Texas Historical Commission; authorizing fees. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4224 Relating to information regarding consumer access to health care records. AN ACT relating to information regarding consumer access to health care records. 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
HB4211 Relating to certain residential property interests controlled by certain entities. AN ACT relating to certain residential property interests controlled by certain entities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4163 Relating to the authority of a city to impose certain governmental requirements on an agricultural operation. AN ACT relating to the authority of a city to impose certain governmental requirements on an agricultural operation. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB8 Relating to agreements between certain sheriffs and the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enforce federal immigration law and a grant program to cover the costs of implementing those agreements. AN ACT relating to agreements between certain sheriffs and the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enforce federal immigration law and a grant program to cover the costs of implementing those agreements. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB143 Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code. AN ACT relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2064 Relating to an exemption from certain taxes imposed on the transfer of a motor vehicle to a person from a decedent or the decedent's estate. AN ACT relating to an exemption from certain taxes imposed on the transfer of a motor vehicle to a person from a decedent or the decedent's estate. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4076 Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of vaccination status. AN ACT relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of vaccination status. 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
HB4429 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 in Blanco and Burnet Counties as the Muckleroy Family Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 in Blanco and Burnet Counties as the Muckleroy Family Memorial Highway. 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
SB2368 Relating to critical infrastructure and utilities, including affiliation with certain foreign entities of certain persons working or participating in the electricity market; authorizing and increasing administrative penalties. AN ACT relating to critical infrastructure and utilities, including affiliation with certain foreign entities of certain persons working or participating in the electricity market; authorizing and increasing administrative penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4238 Relating to the collection of consumer debt incurred by certain individuals as a result of identity theft. AN ACT relating to the collection of consumer debt incurred by certain individuals as a result of identity theft. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4535 Relating to COVID-19 vaccine administration requirements. AN ACT relating to COVID-19 vaccine administration requirements. 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
SB2367 Relating to the authority of certain counties to enact certain park use rules. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain counties to enact certain park use rules. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB127 Relating to measures to protect institutions of higher education from foreign adversaries and to the prosecution of the criminal offense of theft of trade secrets; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to measures to protect institutions of higher education from foreign adversaries and to the prosecution of the criminal offense of theft of trade secrets; increasing a criminal penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB128 Relating to certain sister-city agreements between governmental entities and foreign countries and communities. AN ACT relating to certain sister-city agreements between governmental entities and foreign countries and communities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4638 Relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative. AN ACT relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB34 Relating to prohibiting the investment of state money in certain countries and in certain private business entities in those countries. AN ACT relating to prohibiting the investment of state money in certain countries and in certain private business entities in those countries. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB130 Relating to genetic information security for residents of this state; providing a civil penalty; providing a private cause of action. AN ACT relating to genetic information security for residents of this state; providing a civil penalty; providing a private cause of action. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5115 Relating to the penalty for the crime of election fraud; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to the penalty for the crime of election fraud; increasing a criminal penalty. 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
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
HB5195 Relating to modernization of state agency Internet websites and digital services. AN ACT relating to modernization of state agency Internet websites and digital services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB103 Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of taxing unit bond, tax, and bond-related project information; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of taxing unit bond, tax, and bond-related project information; providing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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. AN ACT 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. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5155 Relating to the continuation of the maternal opioid misuse model of care for certain Medicaid recipients. AN ACT relating to the continuation of the maternal opioid misuse model of care for certain Medicaid recipients. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB33 Relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a governmental entity and an abortion assistance entity or abortion provider for the procurement of an abortion or related services. AN ACT relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a governmental entity and an abortion assistance entity or abortion provider for the procurement of an abortion or related services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2601 Relating to the landowner compensation program. AN ACT relating to the landowner compensation program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5437 Relating to the validation of the creation of and certain acts of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1. AN ACT relating to the validation of the creation of and certain acts of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. AN ACT relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB109 Relating to the construction, expansion, and operation of certain inpatient mental health facilities and the designation of residential treatment facilities for certain juveniles. AN ACT relating to the construction, expansion, and operation of certain inpatient mental health facilities and the designation of residential treatment facilities for certain juveniles. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB31 Relating to exceptions to otherwise prohibited abortions based on a physician's reasonable medical judgment. AN ACT relating to exceptions to otherwise prohibited abortions based on a physician's reasonable medical judgment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB38 Relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises. AN ACT relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5154 Relating to the Joint Admission Medical Program Council. AN ACT relating to the Joint Admission Medical Program Council. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5654 Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 263; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 263; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5655 Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 13; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 13; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5656 Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 263; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 263; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5662 Relating to the powers, duties, and authority to issue bonds of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 12 related to roads. AN ACT relating to the powers, duties, and authority to issue bonds of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 12 related to roads. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5665 Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 70; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 70; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. 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
SB3070 Relating to the abolishment of the Texas Lottery Commission and the transfer of the administration of the state lottery and the licensing and regulation of charitable bingo to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to the abolishment of the Texas Lottery Commission and the transfer of the administration of the state lottery and the licensing and regulation of charitable bingo to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation; creating criminal offenses. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR156 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 140. Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make a correction in H.B. No. 140. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR157 Designating Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby designate Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas 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
HB3041 Relating to measures to support the enrollment of students with a nontraditional secondary education at public institutions of higher education, including eligibility for certain student financial assistance programs. AN ACT relating to measures to support the enrollment of students with a nontraditional secondary education at public institutions of higher education, including eligibility for certain student financial assistance programs. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1379 Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for forgery. AN ACT relating to increasing the criminal penalties for forgery. 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
SB1400 Relating to a study on measurable outcomes for certain transfer students for performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program. AN ACT relating to a study on measurable outcomes for certain transfer students for performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1398 Relating to certain procedures in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship for a child placed in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and the provision of family preservation services and community-based foster care. AN ACT relating to certain procedures in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship for a child placed in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and the provision of family preservation services and community-based foster care. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1388 Relating to family support services provided under a Health and Human Services Commission program. AN ACT relating to family support services provided under a Health and Human Services Commission program. 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
HB2715 Relating to the removal from office of certain officers of political subdivisions. AN ACT relating to the removal from office of certain officers of political subdivisions. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2844 Relating to the regulation of food service establishments, including retail food stores and mobile food vendors; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty. AN ACT relating to the regulation of food service establishments, including retail food stores and mobile food vendors; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2674 Relating to prohibiting the regulation of home school programs. AN ACT relating to prohibiting the regulation of home school programs. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2851 Relating to including nursing school applications in a consolidated application service. AN ACT relating to including nursing school applications in a consolidated application service. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1302 Relating to eligibility to use a general permit to discharge waste into or adjacent to waters in this state. AN ACT relating to eligibility to use a general permit to discharge waste into or adjacent to waters in this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. AN ACT relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1333 Relating to the unauthorized entry, occupancy, sale, rental, lease, advertisement for sale, rental, or lease, or conveyance of real property, including the removal of certain unauthorized occupants of a dwelling; creating criminal offenses; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to the unauthorized entry, occupancy, sale, rental, lease, advertisement for sale, rental, or lease, or conveyance of real property, including the removal of certain unauthorized occupants of a dwelling; creating criminal offenses; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2510 Relating to assisted living facility operations and provision of certain services to assisted living facility residents without a license; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to assisted living facility operations and provision of certain services to assisted living facility residents without a license; creating a criminal offense. 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
SB1188 Relating to electronic health record requirements; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to electronic health record requirements; authorizing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB10 Relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. AN ACT relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB11 Relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools. AN ACT relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2563 Relating to establishment of the temporary certified and insured prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to establishment of the temporary certified and insured prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool; authorizing a fee. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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. AN ACT 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. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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. AN ACT 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. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3214 Relating to eligibility for a master plumber license. AN ACT relating to eligibility for a master plumber license. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3053 Relating to municipal and county firearm buyback programs. AN ACT relating to municipal and county firearm buyback programs. 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
HB3233 Relating to patient data maintained by pharmacy benefit managers. AN ACT relating to patient data maintained by pharmacy benefit managers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3228 Relating to the inclusion of certain provisions in lease agreements for wind or solar power facilities. AN ACT relating to the inclusion of certain provisions in lease agreements for wind or solar power facilities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3370 Relating to late applications for the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified timber land following the death of the owner of the land. AN ACT relating to late applications for the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified timber land following the death of the owner of the land. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3153 Relating to hiring and employment requirements for persons in direct contact with children at certain facilities. AN ACT relating to hiring and employment requirements for persons in direct contact with children at certain facilities. 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
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
HB3284 Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Marriage and Family. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Marriage and Family. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1733 Relating to the composition of the board of the Calhoun Port Authority. AN ACT relating to the composition of the board of the Calhoun Port Authority. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3510 Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 6 in Brazos County as the Sergeant Mark Butler Memorial Highway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 6 in Brazos County as the Sergeant Mark Butler Memorial Highway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3627 Relating to allowing the chair of the State Board of Education to employ personnel to assist in performing the board's duties. AN ACT relating to allowing the chair of the State Board of Education to employ personnel to assist in performing the board's duties. 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
SB15 Relating to size and density requirements for residential lots in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to size and density requirements for residential lots in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3597 Relating to public hearing requirements for issuing a license for or expanding certain residential child-care facilities. AN ACT relating to public hearing requirements for issuing a license for or expanding certain residential child-care facilities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1883 Relating to the approval of land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and impact fees. AN ACT relating to the approval of land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and impact fees. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB140 Relating to advisory bodies for the Department of Family and Protective Services, including the creation of the child protective investigations advisory committee and the abolition of the Family and Protective Services Council. AN ACT relating to advisory bodies for the Department of Family and Protective Services, including the creation of the child protective investigations advisory committee and the abolition of the Family and Protective Services Council. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB26 Relating to authorizing Medicaid managed care organizations to offer nutrition support services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services. AN ACT relating to authorizing Medicaid managed care organizations to offer nutrition support services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB24 Relating to the inclusion of an understanding of communist regimes and ideologies in the essential knowledge and skills for the social studies curriculum for certain public school students. AN ACT relating to the inclusion of an understanding of communist regimes and ideologies in the essential knowledge and skills for the social studies curriculum for certain public school students. 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
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. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB12 Relating to the review and audit of certain state agency operations. AN ACT relating to the review and audit of certain state agency operations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SCR8 Expressing opposition to the creation of a central bank digital currency. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby express its opposition to the creation of a central bank digital currency. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB965 Relating to the right of a public school employee to engage in religious speech or prayer while on duty. AN ACT relating to the right of a public school employee to engage in religious speech or prayer while on duty. 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
SB843 Relating to a Texas Education Agency database of school district and open-enrollment charter school bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects. AN ACT relating to a Texas Education Agency database of school district and open-enrollment charter school bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2011 Relating to the right to repurchase from a condemning entity certain real property for which ad valorem taxes are delinquent. AN ACT relating to the right to repurchase from a condemning entity certain real property for which ad valorem taxes are delinquent. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB868 Relating to the allocation of money appropriated to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program. AN ACT relating to the allocation of money appropriated to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2071 Relating to certain policies and procedures for health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments. AN ACT relating to certain policies and procedures for health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1592 Relating to an alert system for dangerous plant and wildlife pests and diseases administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. AN ACT relating to an alert system for dangerous plant and wildlife pests and diseases administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. 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
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
HB1586 Relating to an exemption from required immunizations for school enrollment. AN ACT relating to an exemption from required immunizations for school enrollment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1612 Relating to direct payment for certain health care provided by a hospital. AN ACT relating to direct payment for certain health care provided by a hospital. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1661 Relating to election supplies and the conduct of elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to election supplies and the conduct of elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1633 Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. AN ACT relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1871 Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of attempted capital murder of a peace officer; increasing a criminal penalty; changing eligibility for parole and mandatory supervision. AN ACT relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of attempted capital murder of a peace officer; increasing a criminal penalty; changing eligibility for parole and mandatory supervision. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB739 Relating to the definition of authorized peace officer for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications. AN ACT relating to the definition of authorized peace officer for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB140 Relating to certain definitions relating to the regulation of and private rights of action arising from certain solicitation-related communications. AN ACT relating to certain definitions relating to the regulation of and private rights of action arising from certain solicitation-related communications. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB223 Relating to competitive requirements for a procurement by a municipality for lobbying, government relations, or similar services. AN ACT relating to competitive requirements for a procurement by a municipality for lobbying, government relations, or similar services. 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
HB229 Relating to general definitions for and collection of governmental information regarding biological sex. AN ACT relating to general definitions for and collection of governmental information regarding biological sex. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB668 Relating to the renewal of a license to carry a handgun. AN ACT relating to the renewal of a license to carry a handgun. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB379 Relating to prohibiting the purchase of sweetened drinks and candy under the supplemental nutrition assistance program. AN ACT relating to prohibiting the purchase of sweetened drinks and candy under the supplemental nutrition assistance program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB519 Relating to honey production operations and the harvesting and packaging of honey and honeycomb. AN ACT relating to honey production operations and the harvesting and packaging of honey and honeycomb. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB851 Relating to the determination and reporting of the number of residence homesteads of certain property owners for which the owner is receiving certain ad valorem tax benefits. AN ACT relating to the determination and reporting of the number of residence homesteads of certain property owners for which the owner is receiving certain ad valorem tax benefits. 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
HB685 Relating to rates established by municipalities for water or sewer service for certain entities. AN ACT relating to rates established by municipalities for water or sewer service for certain entities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB247 Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the appraised value of real property located in certain counties that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements and to the consideration of the price paid by certain governmental entities for a parcel of or easement in real property purchased for the purpose of installing or constructing such infrastructure when appraising other real property. AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the appraised value of real property located in certain counties that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements and to the consideration of the price paid by certain governmental entities for a parcel of or easement in real property purchased for the purpose of installing or constructing such infrastructure when appraising other real property. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB621 Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the assembly, association, and speech of property owners or residents related to governmental officials or candidates for political office. AN ACT relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the assembly, association, and speech of property owners or residents related to governmental officials or candidates for political office. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1106 Relating to the definitions of child abuse and neglect. AN ACT relating to the definitions of child abuse and neglect. 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
SB331 Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. AN ACT relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1403 Relating to the collection and confidentiality of information regarding firearms in agency foster homes; creating a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the collection and confidentiality of information regarding firearms in agency foster homes; creating a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB261 Relating to a prohibition on the offering for sale and the sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption; providing civil and criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on the offering for sale and the sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption; providing civil and criminal penalties. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1443 Relating to creating the criminal offense of promotion or possession of a child-like sex doll. AN ACT relating to creating the criminal offense of promotion or possession of a child-like sex doll. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. AN ACT relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB493 Relating to protection of certain disclosures and communications by pharmacists and pharmacies regarding prescription drug benefits. AN ACT relating to protection of certain disclosures and communications by pharmacists and pharmacies regarding prescription drug benefits. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB510 Relating to the failure of a voter registrar to comply with voter registration laws. AN ACT relating to the failure of a voter registrar to comply with voter registration laws. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1481 Relating to school district and open-enrollment charter school policies regarding student use of personal communication devices. AN ACT relating to school district and open-enrollment charter school policies regarding student use of personal communication devices. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1522 Relating to notice of a meeting held under the open meetings law. AN ACT relating to notice of a meeting held under the open meetings law. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB512 Relating to prohibiting the imposition of a monetary fine or penalty for a violation of a money services business's terms of service agreement; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to prohibiting the imposition of a monetary fine or penalty for a violation of a money services business's terms of service agreement; providing a civil penalty. 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
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
HB9 Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income. AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income. 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
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
HB6 Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools. AN ACT relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools. Passed
HCR166 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4187. Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4187. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
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. AN ACT 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. Passed
SR712 Recognizing the Austin County 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl team for winning the Western National Roundup Championship. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate the team members and coaching staff of the Austin County 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl team on winning the Western National Roundup championship and extend to them best wishes for success in all their future endeavors 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
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
SR611 Recognizing Robert Trevino Mendieta on the occasion of his 81st birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize Robert Mendieta as a treasured citizen of the Lone Star State and extend to him congratulations and best wishes on his 81st birthday 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
SR627 In memory of Joe Layton Wall. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Dr. Joe Layton Wall and extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his brother, Richard Wall and his wife, Betty Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2112 Relating to the punishment for certain criminal offenses related to cultivated oyster mariculture; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to the punishment for certain criminal offenses related to cultivated oyster mariculture; increasing a criminal penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR89 In memory of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB745 Relating to enhancing the criminal penalty for the offense of intoxication manslaughter in certain circumstances. AN ACT relating to enhancing the criminal penalty for the offense of intoxication manslaughter in certain circumstances. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB541 Relating to cottage food production operations. AN ACT relating to cottage food production operations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB431 Relating to the regulation by a property owners' association of the installation of solar roof tiles. AN ACT relating to the regulation by a property owners' association of the installation of solar roof tiles. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB901 Relating to the declaration of a candidate's ineligibility on the basis of filing an application for a place on the general primary election ballot or for nomination by convention with more than one political party. AN ACT relating to the declaration of a candidate's ineligibility on the basis of filing an application for a place on the general primary election ballot or for nomination by convention with more than one political party. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2003 Relating to provision to the Texas Department of Transportation of information regarding certain high-speed rail projects. AN ACT relating to provision to the Texas Department of Transportation of information regarding certain high-speed rail projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4 Relating to the assessment of public school students, public school accountability and actions, and proceedings challenging the operations of the public school system. AN ACT relating to the assessment of public school students, public school accountability and actions, and proceedings challenging the operations of the public school system. Dead
HB3700 Relating to the prevention, detection, and investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in programs administered by the Texas Workforce Commission or by the commission's contractors or grantees. AN ACT relating to the prevention, detection, and investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in programs administered by the Texas Workforce Commission or by the commission's contractors or grantees. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5138 Relating to the duty of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state. AN ACT relating to the duty of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state. Dead
HB48 Relating to the creation of an organized oilfield theft prevention unit within the Department of Public Safety. AN ACT relating to the creation of an organized oilfield theft prevention unit within the Department of Public Safety. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB116 Relating to grounds for the involuntary termination of the parent-child relationship. AN ACT relating to grounds for the involuntary termination of the parent-child relationship. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR614 Recognizing the members of the inaugural cohort of The University of Texas System Texas Legislative Fellowship Program. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize the members of the inaugural cohort of The University of Texas System Texas Legislative Fellowship Program and commend them on their exemplary service and contributions to the State of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1615 Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including a conforming amendment. AN ACT relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including a conforming amendment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3526 Relating to fiscal transparency for bonds issued by local governmental entities. AN ACT relating to fiscal transparency for bonds issued by local governmental entities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3225 Relating to the restriction of access by minors to sexually explicit materials in municipal public library collections; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the restriction of access by minors to sexually explicit materials in municipal public library collections; providing a civil penalty. Dead
HB2884 Relating to the required disclosure of certain financial relationships in civil actions regarding the activities of United States defense contractors. AN ACT relating to the required disclosure of certain financial relationships in civil actions regarding the activities of United States defense contractors. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2703 Relating to designating July as American Patriotism Month. AN ACT relating to designating July as American Patriotism Month. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
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
HB21 Relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB1689 Relating to the use of certain groundwater export fees collected by a groundwater conservation district. AN ACT relating to the use of certain groundwater export fees collected by a groundwater conservation district. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB618 Relating to the unlawful altering of election procedures; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the unlawful altering of election procedures; providing a civil penalty. Dead
HB1523 Relating to a temporary prohibition on the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the use of a Class V injection well for certain aquifer storage and recovery projects. AN ACT relating to a temporary prohibition on the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the use of a Class V injection well for certain aquifer storage and recovery projects. Dead
HB796 Relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive. AN ACT relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive. Dead
SB462 Relating to establishing a child-care services waiting list priority for the children of certain child-care workers. AN ACT relating to establishing a child-care services waiting list priority for the children of certain child-care workers. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB505 Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Dead
HB186 Relating to prohibiting use of social media platforms by children. AN ACT relating to prohibiting use of social media platforms by children. Dead
SB310 Relating to the determination of a majority vote in certain elections. AN ACT relating to the determination of a majority vote in certain elections. Dead
SB315 Relating to a property right in DNA; providing injunctive relief and a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to a property right in DNA; providing injunctive relief and a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. Dead
HCR40 Urging Congress to reimburse the State of Texas for border security costs incurred under Operation Lone Star. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the Congress of the United States to reimburse the State of Texas for border security costs incurred under Operation Lone Star Dead
SB961 Relating to fraud prevention and verifying eligibility for benefits under Medicaid. AN ACT relating to fraud prevention and verifying eligibility for benefits under Medicaid. Dead
SB1012 Relating to authorizing the sale or lease by the State of Texas of certain real property located in Austin, Texas. AN ACT relating to authorizing the sale or lease by the State of Texas of certain real property located in Austin, Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1163 Relating to the circumstances under which an appraisal review board is required to postpone a protest hearing. AN ACT relating to the circumstances under which an appraisal review board is required to postpone a protest hearing. Dead
SB1484 Relating to the marketing and sale of catfish and similar fish by food service establishments, food service suppliers, wholesalers, distributors, and wholesale distributors; providing administrative and civil penalties. AN ACT relating to the marketing and sale of catfish and similar fish by food service establishments, food service suppliers, wholesalers, distributors, and wholesale distributors; providing administrative and civil penalties. Dead
SB18 Relating to prohibiting municipal libraries that host certain events from receiving state or other public funding. AN ACT relating to prohibiting municipal libraries that host certain events from receiving state or other public funding. Dead
SB1585 Relating to a prohibition on governmental contracts with companies of foreign adversaries for certain information and communications technology; authorizing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on governmental contracts with companies of foreign adversaries for certain information and communications technology; authorizing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. Dead
HB3772 Relating to the sale of certain e-cigarettes in this state and a directory of e-cigarette manufacturers and their products; authorizing fees; authorizing administrative and civil penalties; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the sale of certain e-cigarettes in this state and a directory of e-cigarette manufacturers and their products; authorizing fees; authorizing administrative and civil penalties; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB2420 Relating to the regulation of platforms for the sale and distribution of software applications for mobile devices. AN ACT relating to the regulation of platforms for the sale and distribution of software applications for mobile devices. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2361 Relating to the transfer of the University of Houston--Victoria to The Texas A&M University System. AN ACT relating to the transfer of the University of Houston--Victoria to The Texas A&M University System. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2306 Relating to the provision of adoption cost information by a licensed child-placing agency. AN ACT relating to the provision of adoption cost information by a licensed child-placing agency. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2063 Relating to ad valorem tax protests and appeals on the ground of the unequal appraisal of property. AN ACT relating to ad valorem tax protests and appeals on the ground of the unequal appraisal of property. Dead
SB2035 Relating to prohibiting contributions, expenditures, and related activities involving political committees that support or oppose a ballot measure; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to prohibiting contributions, expenditures, and related activities involving political committees that support or oppose a ballot measure; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. Dead
SB3058 Relating to certain improvements made and programs developed by the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District. AN ACT relating to certain improvements made and programs developed by the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District. Dead
SB2873 Relating to the requirement that certain tax reports be filed electronically. AN ACT relating to the requirement that certain tax reports be filed electronically. Dead
SB2695 Relating to an education program to enable certain students to practice medicine in certain rural counties and to physician delegation of certain medical acts to advanced practice registered nurses, including in certain rural counties. AN ACT relating to an education program to enable certain students to practice medicine in certain rural counties and to physician delegation of certain medical acts to advanced practice registered nurses, including in certain rural counties. Dead
SB2721 Relating to the deceased, including requirements for donating or claiming bodies or anatomical specimens, the licensing and regulation of persons who provide services or conduct education or research in relation to the deceased, and responsibilities of political subdivisions for certain bodies after death; creating criminal offenses; authorizing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to the deceased, including requirements for donating or claiming bodies or anatomical specimens, the licensing and regulation of persons who provide services or conduct education or research in relation to the deceased, and responsibilities of political subdivisions for certain bodies after death; creating criminal offenses; authorizing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees. Dead
SB1897 Relating to advanced communications infrastructure security; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties. AN ACT relating to advanced communications infrastructure security; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties. Dead
SB1730 Relating to civil liability arising out of justified uses of or threats to use force or deadly force. AN ACT relating to civil liability arising out of justified uses of or threats to use force or deadly force. Dead
SB1798 Relating to the resident status, tuition rates, certain financial support, and certain documentation requirements for students enrolled at public institutions of higher education, including students not lawfully present in the United States. AN ACT relating to the resident status, tuition rates, certain financial support, and certain documentation requirements for students enrolled at public institutions of higher education, including students not lawfully present in the United States. Dead
SB1377 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. Dead
HB517 Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to assess a fine for discolored vegetation or turf during a period of residential watering restriction. AN ACT relating to the authority of a property owners' association to assess a fine for discolored vegetation or turf during a period of residential watering restriction. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB317 Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty. Dead
SB1319 Relating to a limit on the number of athletic scholarships that may be awarded to foreign students by a public institution of higher education. AN ACT relating to a limit on the number of athletic scholarships that may be awarded to foreign students by a public institution of higher education. Dead
SB1285 Relating to the protection of bats. AN ACT relating to the protection of bats. Dead
SB2363 Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawfully publishing a vote. AN ACT relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawfully publishing a vote. Dead
SB16 Relating to requiring a person to submit proof of citizenship to register to vote, including the eligibility of certain voters to vote a limited federal ballot if the voter cannot supply the required proof and the procedures for the counting of those ballots; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to requiring a person to submit proof of citizenship to register to vote; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SB1349 Relating to creating the criminal offenses of transnational repression and unauthorized enforcement of foreign law and to a study and law enforcement training regarding transnational repression. AN ACT relating to creating the criminal offenses of transnational repression and unauthorized enforcement of foreign law and to a study and law enforcement training regarding transnational repression. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1555 Relating to a grant program to fund certain railroad grade separation projects. AN ACT relating to a grant program to fund certain railroad grade separation projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2730 Relating to the authority of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to require a person allowed an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead to file a new application or confirm the person's current qualification for the exemption. AN ACT relating to the authority of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to require a person allowed an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead to file a new application or confirm the person's current qualification for the exemption. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HCR80 Designating Brenham as the official Ice Cream Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby designate Brenham as the official Ice Cream Capital of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB767 Relating to the designation of the portion of State Highway 249 in Montgomery County as the Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway. AN ACT relating to the designation of the portion of State Highway 249 in Montgomery County as the Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB888 Relating to the attorney general's defense of a district or county attorney against certain lawsuits in federal court. AN ACT relating to the attorney general's defense of a district or county attorney against certain lawsuits in federal court. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1073 Relating to discrimination against or burdening certain constitutional rights of an applicant for or holder of a license to practice law in this state. AN ACT relating to discrimination against or burdening certain constitutional rights of an applicant for or holder of a license to practice law in this state. Dead
HJR34 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3778 Relating to the use of geothermal energy as a dispatchable generation resource. AN ACT relating to the use of geothermal energy as a dispatchable generation resource. Dead
SB1978 Relating to the interconnection of a facility in the ERCOT power region to certain other facilities. AN ACT relating to the interconnection of a facility in the ERCOT power region to certain other facilities. Dead
SB1999 Relating to protection for a public employee's or student's use of terms consistent with biological sex. AN ACT relating to protection for a public employee's or student's use of terms consistent with biological sex. Dead
HB4273 Relating to fraud prevention and verifying eligibility for benefits under Medicaid. AN ACT relating to fraud prevention and verifying eligibility for benefits under Medicaid. Dead
SB2532 Relating to the calculation of the voter-approval tax rate for certain municipalities that receive municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue and other money from a local park board of trustees. AN ACT relating to the calculation of the voter-approval tax rate for certain municipalities that receive municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue and other money from a local park board of trustees. Dead
SB2529 Relating to the vote required by the governing body of a taxing unit to adopt an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the voter-approval tax rate or authorize the issuance of tax bonds. AN ACT relating to the vote required by the governing body of a taxing unit to adopt an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the voter-approval tax rate or authorize the issuance of tax bonds. Dead
SB2309 Relating to election integrity and security of ballot boxes, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; authorizing a penalty. AN ACT relating to election integrity and security of ballot boxes, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; authorizing a penalty. Dead
SB2639 Relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district or similar preservation district by certain municipalities. AN ACT relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district or similar preservation district by certain municipalities. Dead
SR556 Recognizing the Randle High School football team for winning a State Championship. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the Randle High School football team on being named the 2024 5A Division 2 state champions and extend sincere best wishes to the players, coaches, and staff for continued success 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
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
SB383 Relating to the interconnection to the ERCOT power grid of certain coastal facilities for the provision of electric service. AN ACT relating to the interconnection to the ERCOT power grid of certain coastal facilities for the provision of electric service. Dead
SB871 Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. AN ACT relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. Dead
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
SJR34 Proposing a constitutional amendment affirming the rights and responsibilities of parents. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment affirming the rights and responsibilities of parents. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB524 Relating to the exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans. AN ACT relating to the exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans. Dead
SB1877 Relating to the authority of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to access certain data. AN ACT relating to the authority of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to access certain data. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB27 Relating to the rights of public school educators and financial and other assistance provided to educators and to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators. AN ACT relating to the rights of public school educators and financial and other assistance provided to educators and to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators. Dead
HB4271 Relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on requests for authorization to operate a composting facility. AN ACT relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on requests for authorization to operate a composting facility. Dead
SB2117 Relating to the establishment of the Texas Committee on Foreign Investment to review certain transactions involving certain foreign entities in coordination with the attorney general; creating a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Texas Committee on Foreign Investment to review certain transactions involving certain foreign entities in coordination with the attorney general; creating a civil penalty. Dead
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
HJR1 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1238 Relating to prohibited insurance discrimination on the basis of an insured's marital status following the death of the insured's spouse. AN ACT relating to prohibited insurance discrimination on the basis of an insured's marital status following the death of the insured's spouse. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1062 Relating to the type of newspaper required for publication of public notices. AN ACT relating to the type of newspaper required for publication of public notices. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB765 Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law. AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB767 Relating to creating a database of the firefighting equipment in the state available for use in responding to wildfires. AN ACT relating to creating a database of the firefighting equipment in the state available for use in responding to wildfires. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR538 Recognizing July 3, 2025, as Kenneth Lewis Anderson Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize July 3, 2025, as Kenneth Lewis Anderson Day in honor of the 180th anniversary of his death and pay tribute to his enduring legacy of visionary leadership and service to the people of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SR541 Recognizing Caterpillar Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Caterpillar Inc. and extend to all those associated with the company sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR539 Recognizing Ashley Harris-Land for receiving an AmeriCorps Legacy of Service Award. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Ashley Harris-Land on her outstanding service with AmeriCorps and extend to her congratulations on receiving an AmeriCorps Legacy of Service Award and best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2619 Relating to certain accountability-related policies and procedures related to public schools, the availability of information regarding a board of trustees of a school district or governing body of an open-enrollment charter school, and the approval by the Texas Education Agency of training provided to a member of a board of trustees of a school district. AN ACT relating to certain accountability-related policies and procedures related to public schools, the availability of information regarding a board of trustees of a school district or governing body of an open-enrollment charter school, and the approval by the Texas Education Agency of training provided to a member of a board of trustees of a school district. Dead
SB2031 Relating to the removal of a fence surrounding a breeder deer release site. AN ACT relating to the removal of a fence surrounding a breeder deer release site. Dead
SB867 Relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee. Dead
SB945 Relating to the adoption of political shareholder proposals by insurers and insurer holding companies. AN ACT relating to the adoption of political shareholder proposals by insurers and insurer holding companies. Dead
SB946 Relating to the prohibition on certain discrimination in the extension of credit to organizations based on social credit or value-based standards. AN ACT relating to the prohibition on certain discrimination in the extension of credit to organizations based on social credit or value-based standards. Dead
SB318 Relating to the establishment of the election integrity division in the office of the attorney general. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the election integrity division in the office of the attorney general. Dead
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
SB1215 Relating to the placement of a cultivated oyster in a natural oyster bed, a private oyster bed, or coastal waters. AN ACT relating to the placement of a cultivated oyster in a natural oyster bed, a private oyster bed, or coastal waters. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1468 Relating to the authority of the board of regents of The Texas A&M University System to construct, acquire, improve, extend, and equip utility systems located on university system property. AN ACT relating to the authority of the board of regents of the Texas A&M University System to construct, acquire, improve, extend, and equip utility systems located on university system property. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB1950 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for unemployment benefits and the validity of certain claims for unemployment benefits submitted to the Texas Workforce Commission. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for unemployment benefits and the validity of certain claims for unemployment benefits submitted to the Texas Workforce Commission. Dead
HJR2 Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB466 Relating to the definition of fetal death certificate. AN ACT relating to the definition of fetal death certificate. Dead
SR395 Recognizing the ninth class of Governor William P. Clements Jr. Scholars. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the ninth class of Governor William P. Clements Jr. Scholars for their dedication to public policy and for their service to their state and nation and extend to them sincere best wishes for success in all their future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2943 Relating to the prohibition of certain actions by a state agency against an applicant for or holder of an occupational license. AN ACT relating to the prohibition of certain actions by a state agency against an applicant for or holder of an occupational license. Dead
SB1809 Relating to the creation of the offense of fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with a gift card, gift card packaging, or gift card data or redemption information. AN ACT relating to the creation of the offense of fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with a gift card, gift card packaging, or gift card data or redemption information. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB3371 Relating to the recovery of certain state border security expenditures from the federal government. AN ACT relating to the recovery of certain state border security expenditures from the federal government. Dead
SB715 Relating to reliability requirements for certain electric generation facilities. AN ACT relating to reliability requirements for certain electric generation facilities. Dead
SR514 Recognizing Citizens State Bank on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the leadership and staff of Citizens State Bank for continuing a proud tradition of financial stewardship in the Lone Star State and extend to all congratulations on a century of service and best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2340 Relating to examination of the records of filing entities and foreign filing entities by the attorney general; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to examination of the records of filing entities and foreign filing entities by the attorney general; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB504 Relating to the disclosure of certain financial information by certain nonprofit organizations that enter into sizeable contracts with political subdivisions. AN ACT relating to the disclosure of certain financial information by certain nonprofit organizations that enter into sizeable contracts with political subdivisions. 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
SB2010 Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to establish and operate a guaranteed income program. AN ACT relating to the authority of a political subdivision to establish and operate a guaranteed income program. Dead
SR505 Recognizing April 24, 2025, as Austin County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 24, 2025, as Austin County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the residents of Austin County best wishes for the future and for much continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1026 Relating to the authority of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state. AN ACT relating to the authority of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state. Dead
SJR18 Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB1183 Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by or for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs. AN ACT relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by or for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs. Dead
SB322 Relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes. AN ACT relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes. Dead
SB396 Relating to confirmation of a voter's residence by a voter registrar. AN ACT relating to confirmation of a voter's residence by a voter registrar. Dead
SB760 Relating to an application for a ballot to be voted by mail submitted by certain residents of an assisted living facility, a nursing facility, or an intermediate care facility. AN ACT relating to an application for a ballot to be voted by mail submitted by certain residents of an assisted living facility, a nursing facility, or an intermediate care facility. Dead
SB503 Relating to the establishment of an electronic registry of livestock marks and brands. AN ACT relating to the establishment of an electronic registry of livestock marks and brands. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB324 Relating to requiring state contractors, political subdivisions of this state, and private employers to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify. AN ACT relating to requiring state contractors, political subdivisions of this state, and private employers to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify. Dead
SB1395 Relating to the membership of a school district's local school health advisory council. AN ACT relating to the membership of a school district's local school health advisory council. Dead
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
SR367 Recognizing The Texas A&M University System policy interns. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize The Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3001 Relating to requiring contracts with Medicaid managed care organizations to permit the organizations to offer nutrition counseling and instruction services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services. AN ACT relating to requiring contracts with Medicaid managed care organizations to permit the organizations to offer nutrition counseling and instruction services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services. 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
SB425 Relating to the creation of the child and adult protective investigations advisory committee in the Department of Family and Protective Services. AN ACT relating to the creation of the child and adult protective investigations advisory committee in the Department of Family and Protective Services. Dead
SB407 Relating to a health care facility's required policy for vaccine preventable diseases. AN ACT relating to a health care facility's required policy for vaccine preventable diseases. Dead
SB49 Relating to performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program. AN ACT relating to performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program. Dead
SB758 Relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law. AN ACT relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law. Dead
SB884 Relating to establishment of a shared savings program for health maintenance organizations and preferred provider benefit plans. AN ACT relating to establishment of a shared savings program for health maintenance organizations and preferred provider benefit plans. Dead
SB2434 Relating to the prioritization of natural gas deliveries to certain electric power generation units. AN ACT relating to the prioritization of natural gas deliveries to certain electric power generation units. Dead
SR454 Recognizing April 16, 2025, as Refugio County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 16, 2025, as Refugio County Day at the Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR447 Recognizing April 24, 2025, as Reman Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 24, 2025, as Reman Day and encourage all Texans to learn more about the benefits of remanufacturing Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1200 Relating to the required disclosure of certain financial relationships in civil actions regarding the activities of United States defense contractors. AN ACT relating to the required disclosure of certain financial relationships in civil actions regarding the activities of United States defense contractors. 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
SB2583 Relating to residential treatment facilities for certain juveniles. AN ACT relating to residential treatment facilities for certain juveniles. Dead
SR441 Congratulating Bill Matthys for receiving the 2025 Larry Carter Award. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate Bill Matthys on receiving the 2025 Larry Carter Award and extend to him best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB32 Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income and a franchise tax credit for the payment of certain related ad valorem taxes. AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income and a franchise tax credit for the payment of certain related ad valorem taxes. Dead
SB1873 Relating to students enrolled in public schools subject to in-school or out-of-school suspension. AN ACT relating to students enrolled in public schools subject to in-school or out-of-school suspension. Dead
SB1977 Relating to the recovery and reimbursement of certain expenses by an electric utility or a water and sewer utility in a rate proceeding. AN ACT relating to the recovery and reimbursement of certain expenses by an electric utility or a water and sewer utility in a rate proceeding. Dead
SB1741 Relating to measures to prevent foreign influence, foreign interference, and intellectual property theft at public institutions of higher education. AN ACT relating to measures to prevent foreign influence, foreign interference, and intellectual property theft at public institutions of higher education. Dead
SB1874 Relating to immunity from certain disciplinary proceedings against a professional employee of a school district for certain actions concerning public school discipline and law and order. AN ACT relating to immunity from certain disciplinary proceedings against a professional employee of a school district for certain actions concerning public school discipline and law and order. Dead
SB1871 Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools. AN ACT relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools. Dead
SB1067 Relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education and employees of public institutions of higher education and their spouses from soliciting or accepting gifts, grants, donations, or investments from certain foreign entities. AN ACT relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education and employees of public institutions of higher education and their spouses from soliciting or accepting gifts, grants, donations, or investments from certain foreign entities. Dead
SB883 Relating to patient access to prescription drugs for off-label use for COVID-19 treatment. AN ACT relating to patient access to prescription drugs for off-label use for COVID-19 treatment. Dead
SB819 Relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. Dead
SB707 Relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive. AN ACT relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive. Dead
SB388 Relating to the legislature's goals for electric generation capacity in this state. AN ACT relating to the legislature's goals for electric generation capacity in this state. Dead
SB423 Relating to conducting certain contested case hearings under the Texas workers' compensation system by remote communication. AN ACT relating to conducting certain contested case hearings under the Texas workers' compensation system by remote communication. Dead
SB406 Relating to the required inclusion of a person's sex on a birth certificate and prohibited change of sex on the birth certificate of certain persons. AN ACT relating to the required inclusion of a person's sex on a birth certificate and prohibited change of sex on the birth certificate of certain persons. Dead
SJR12 Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct a child's education. Dead
SB2365 Relating to a policy prohibiting the use of personal wireless communication devices by public school students during instructional time. AN ACT relating to a policy prohibiting the use of personal wireless communication devices by public school students during instructional time. Dead
SB2510 Relating to establishment of the temporary prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to establishment of the temporary prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool; authorizing a fee. Dead
SR393 Recognizing April 16, 2025, as Texas Juvenile Justice Professional Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 16, 2025, as Texas Juvenile Justice Professional Day at the State Capitol and extend to our state's outstanding juvenile justice professionals sincere best wishes for continued success in their important work. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB1635 Relating to a credit against required recapture payments for certain school districts for the cost of windstorm and hail insurance under the public school finance system. AN ACT relating to a credit against required recapture payments for certain school districts for the cost of windstorm and hail insurance under the public school finance system. Dead
SB1611 Relating to fees assessed by the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District. AN ACT relating to fees assessed by the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District. Dead
SB2036 Relating to the authority and responsibilities of the Texas Historical Commission; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to the authority and responsibilities of the Texas Historical Commission; authorizing fees. Dead
SR405 In memory of Connie Jane Hunt. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the family of Connie Jane Hunt Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR406 Recognizing the Victoria Bach Festival on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the organizers, volunteers, and performers of the Victoria Bach Festival on their commitment to preserving the legacy of classical music and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR404 Recognizing the Student Government Association at Texas Christian University for 110 years of service to the university community. That the Senate of the State of Texas hereby commend the Student Government Association at Texas Christian University on 110 years of exemplary advocacy of all university students and extend to its members sincere best wishes for continued success in all their endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR390 Recognizing Richard Whitaker on the occasion of his retirement. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Richard Whitaker on his exemplary career and his outstanding tenure at Calhoun High School and extend to him best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR387 Recognizing the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce for their outstanding efforts on behalf of the people of Burleson County and extend best wishes to all for a memorable 100th anniversary celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB371 Relating to parental approval for a student's participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools. AN ACT relating to parental approval for a student's participation in human sexuality instruction in public schools. Dead
SB400 Relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee. AN ACT relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee. Dead
SB893 Relating to criminal offenses for creating and distributing certain misleading images, audio recordings, and videos; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to criminal offenses for creating and distributing certain misleading images, audio recordings, and videos; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB1006 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. AN ACT relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Dead
SCR15 Designating Brenham as the official Ice Cream Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby designate Brenham as the official Ice Cream Capital of Texas Dead
SB718 Relating to creation of the groundwater science, research, and innovation fund to be administered by the Texas Water Development Board. AN ACT relating to creation of the groundwater science, research, and innovation fund to be administered by the Texas Water Development Board. Dead
SCR44 Urging Congress and the Trump Administration to stop federal regulators from pressuring banks to unjustly debank customers. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby respectfully urge the United States Congress and the Trump Administration to modernize anti-money laundering laws to better focus banks and law enforcement on potential financial criminal activity rather than the innocent banking activity of law-abiding customers Dead
SR368 Recognizing John Sharp for his service as chancellor of The Texas A&M University System. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby honor John Sharp for his service as chancellor of The Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR365 In memory of Eugene Bothe of Brenham. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Eugene Bothe Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR366 Recognizing Dallyn Pesek for her service as Miss Texan Teen USA 2024. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Dallyn Pesek on her contributions as Miss Texas Teen USA 2024 and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2542 Relating to the citizenship status of certain employees of this state. AN ACT relating to the citizenship status of certain employees of this state. Dead
SB2656 Relating to including nursing school applications in a consolidated application service. AN ACT relating to including nursing school applications in a consolidated application service. Dead
SB2755 Relating to damage liability for a collision with a motorist who failed to establish financial responsibility. AN ACT relating to damage liability for a collision with a motorist who failed to establish financial responsibility. Dead
SB2336 Relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative. AN ACT relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative. Dead
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
SR338 Recognizing Victoria College on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize Victoria College on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and commend its leadership, faculty, and staff on their invaluable contributions to higher education in Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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
SB508 Relating to preparing and delivering precinct election returns; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to preparing and delivering precinct election returns; increasing a criminal penalty. Dead
SR334 Recognizing Elizabeth Grace Alfred for her participation in the 135th Brenham Maifest. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 135th Brenham Maifest and honor the members of the 2025 junior and senior royal court Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR336 Recognizing Emerson Taylor Behrens for her participation in the 135th Brenham Maifest. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 135th Brenham Maifest and honor the members of the 2025 junior and senior royal court Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR337 Recognizing Henry Latham Stopschinski for his participation in the 135th Brenham Maifest. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 135th Brenham Maifest and honor the members of the 2025 junior and senior royal court Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR335 Recognizing Everett Alexander McCarty Gonzalez for his participation in the 135th Brenham Maifest. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 135th Brenham Maifest and honor the members of the 2025 junior and senior royal court Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR339 Recognizing Texas Electric Cooperatives, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 85th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Texas Electric Cooperatives, Incorporated, for its long history of success in powering Texas communities and extend to its members congratulations on the organization's 85th anniversary 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
SB810 Relating to protection for a public school employee's use of terms consistent with biological sex. AN ACT relating to protection for a public school employee's use of terms consistent with biological sex. Dead
SB2324 Relating to the cessation of tolls by toll project entities in certain circumstances. AN ACT relating to the cessation of tolls by toll project entities in certain circumstances. Dead
SB2250 Relating to disclosure of a beneficiary to a funeral director under a life insurance policy. AN ACT relating to disclosure of a beneficiary to a funeral director under a life insurance policy. Dead
SB2240 Relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on requests for authorization to operate a composting facility. AN ACT relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on requests for authorization to operate a composting facility. Dead
SB2385 Relating to the overnight parking of a commercial motor vehicle in or near certain residential subdivisions. AN ACT relating to the overnight parking of a commercial motor vehicle in or near certain residential subdivisions. 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
SB507 Relating to election supplies and the conduct of elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. AN ACT relating to election supplies and the conduct of elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Dead
SB724 Relating to providing in-person meeting requirements for governing boards of public institutions of higher education; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to providing in-person meeting requirements for governing boards of public institutions of higher education; authorizing a civil penalty. Dead
SR302 In memory of Richard Harold Meyer of Calhoun County. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Richard Harold Meyer Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR304 Recognizing March 20 and 21, 2025, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Days. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 20 and 21, 2025, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Days at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the members of the organization who are visiting on these days. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR303 Recognizing March 20, 2025, as Calhoun County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the people of Calhoun County for their many contributions to the growth and prosperity of our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Calhoun County Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR305 In memory of Jill Diane Warrington Glover. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jill Diane Warrington Glover and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her husband, Curtis Glover 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
SB714 Relating to electricity pricing rules and operating procedures that eliminate or compensate for market distortion caused by certain federal tax credits. AN ACT relating to electricity pricing rules and operating procedures that eliminate or compensate for market distortion caused by certain federal tax credits. Dead
SR274 Recognizing Carl Idlebird on the occasion of his induction into the Association of Texas Small School Bands Hall of Fame. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Carl Idlebird on earning this honor and on his years of service to students in the Lone Star State and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in the future 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
SB2054 Relating to the authorization for and approval of certain nursing programs offered by private postsecondary educational institutions or for-profit entities. AN ACT relating to the authorization for and approval of certain nursing programs offered by private postsecondary educational institutions or for-profit entities. Dead
SB1973 Relating to the regulation of human body acquisition services and authorized recipients. AN ACT relating to the regulation of human body acquisition services and authorized recipients. Dead
SB1949 Relating to a refund of sales and use taxes or a credit against the franchise tax for certain small employers who contribute to an individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement. AN ACT relating to a refund of sales and use taxes or a credit against the franchise tax for certain small employers who contribute to an individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement. Dead
SB1904 Relating to procedures for residential eviction suits. AN ACT relating to procedures for residential eviction suits. Dead
SB1819 Relating to the assessment of public school students in social studies in grade five. AN ACT relating to the assessment of public school students in social studies in grade five. 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
SR244 Recognizing March 17, 2025, as Lavaca County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Lavaca County for their many contributions to the Lone Star State and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Lavaca County Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2212 Relating to the efficient operations of agencies in the legislative branch of state government and the repeal of certain obsolete provisions involving those agencies. AN ACT relating to the efficient operations of agencies in the legislative branch of state government and the repeal of certain obsolete provisions involving those agencies. Dead
SR223 Recognizing March 11, 2025, as University of Houston--Victoria Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 11, 2025, as University of Houston--Victoria Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable stay in Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1696 Relating to the inclusion of a person's sex on certain government documents and identification cards. AN ACT relating to the inclusion of a person's sex on certain government documents and identification cards. Dead
SB1627 Relating to patient data maintained by pharmacy benefit managers. AN ACT relating to patient data maintained by pharmacy benefit managers. Dead
SB501 Relating to underground facility safety. AN ACT relating to underground facility safety. 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
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
SB1360 Relating to the labeling and sale of Texas honey. AN ACT relating to the labeling and sale of Texas honey. Dead
SR187 Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Montgomery County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby welcome the members of the Montgomery County Coalition of Chambers and extend to all best wishes for a memorable Montgomery County Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR186 Recognizing Montgomery Independent School District on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the teachers, administrators, and staff of the Montgomery Independent School District on their commitment to quality education and extend to all best wishes for continued success 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
SB1336 Relating to the amount of certain awards under the Crime Victims' Compensation Act. AN ACT relating to the amount of certain awards under the Crime Victims' Compensation Act. Dead
SB1309 Relating to the frequency of the notice provided to a retail electric customer by certain electric utilities. AN ACT relating to the frequency of the notice provided to a retail electric customer by certain electric utilities. Dead
SB1192 Relating to a requirement that the ballot for an election to amend the state constitution include an estimate of the cost to the state of the proposed amendment. AN ACT relating to a requirement that the ballot for an election to amend the state constitution include an estimate of the cost to the state of the proposed amendment. Dead
SB1258 Relating to the ownership of the pore space underlying the surface of land. AN ACT relating to the ownership of the pore space underlying the surface of land. Dead
SB1276 Relating to the regulation of risk pools primarily consisting of political subdivisions. AN ACT relating to the regulation of risk pools primarily consisting of political subdivisions. Dead
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
SR132 Recognizing February 26, 2025, as Washington County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Washington County Day at the Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation heartfelt greetings and best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable visit Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1047 Relating to the release of defendants on bail, the duties of a magistrate in certain criminal proceedings, and the notice provided by peace officers to victims of family violence, stalking, harassment, or terroristic threat. AN ACT relating to the release of defendants on bail, the duties of a magistrate in certain criminal proceedings, and the notice provided by peace officers to victims of family violence, stalking, harassment, or terroristic threat. Dead
SB1022 Relating to the recovery of vegetation management costs by electric utilities. AN ACT relating to the recovery of vegetation management costs by electric utilities. Dead
SB970 Relating to the prioritization of awarding grants and loans from the Texas Energy Fund for certain electric generating facilities. AN ACT relating to the prioritization of awarding grants and loans from the Texas Energy Fund for certain electric generating facilities. Dead
SB403 Relating to the dedication of certain state money for ad valorem tax relief. AN ACT relating to the dedication of certain state money for ad valorem tax relief. Dead
SR107 In memory of Charles "Chuck" Scianna Jr. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Charles Scianna Jr. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR97 Recognizing February 18, 2025, as Prairie View A&M University Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the educators, staff, and administrators of Prairie View A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR96 Recognizing certified registered nurse anesthetists in Texas. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend all who serve as certified registered nurse anesthetists in Texas for the important role they play in the provision of quality health care Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR88 In memory of Mark Allen Butler. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Mark Allen Butler 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
SB307 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities. AN ACT relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities. Dead
SB966 Relating to the use of technology by public school students, including a study on the public health effects of digital learning and public school policies regarding student possession of personal communication devices; increasing a fee. AN ACT relating to the use of technology by public school students, including a study on the public health effects of digital learning and public school policies regarding student possession of personal communication devices; increasing a fee. Dead
SB880 Relating to political advertising distributed or broadcast as part of a mass text message campaign and civil penalties for required disclosures on certain political advertising. AN ACT relating to political advertising distributed or broadcast as part of a mass text message campaign and civil penalties for required disclosures on certain political advertising. Dead
SB837 Relating to a family preservation services program. AN ACT relating to a family preservation services program. Dead
SR82 Recognizing John D. Harris for his service to the Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Rev. Dr. John D. Harris on his dedicated service and his many contributions to the church, the congregation, and the community Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR83 Recognizing Helen Harris for her service to the Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Sister Helen Harris on her dedicated service and her many contributions to her church and her community 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
SR70 Recognizing February 11, 2025, as Texas State Technical College Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the students, administrators, and faculty of Texas State Technical College on their outstanding commitment to excellence in higher education and extend to all best wishes for a memorable and rewarding visit to the State Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB749 Relating to the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate by certain special districts and voter approval of a proposed ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the voter-approval tax rate. AN ACT relating to the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate by certain special districts and voter approval of a proposed ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the voter-approval tax rate. Dead
SB704 Relating to the process for filling a vacancy on the board of certain property owners' associations. AN ACT relating to the process for filling a vacancy on the board of certain property owners' associations. Dead
SB497 Relating to the operation of certain vehicles preceding, during, and following disasters. AN ACT relating to the operation of certain vehicles preceding, during, and following disasters. Dead
SB521 Relating to requiring the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education. AN ACT relating to requiring the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education. Dead
SB525 Relating to the eligibility of a person who is not a United States citizen to be appointed to or serve in a public office or on an advisory board or task force. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of a person who is not a United States citizen to be appointed to or serve in a public office or on an advisory board or task force. Dead
SB550 Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to post information regarding the compensation of certain employees and independent contractors on the institution's Internet website. AN ACT relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to post information regarding the compensation of certain employees and independent contractors on the institution's Internet website. Dead
SB534 Relating to the statutes of limitations for certain suits to recover real property held by another in adverse possession. AN ACT relating to the statutes of limitations for certain suits to recover real property held by another in adverse possession. Dead
SB473 Relating to regulating telephone solicitation; providing a private cause of action. AN ACT relating to regulating telephone solicitation; providing a private cause of action. Dead
SJR26 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision other than a school district to establish a limitation on the amount of ad valorem taxes that the political subdivision may impose on the residence homesteads of persons who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision other than a school district to establish a limitation on the amount of ad valorem taxes that the political subdivision may impose on the residence homesteads of persons who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses. Dead
SB488 Relating to the authority of a taxing unit other than a school district to establish a limitation on the amount of ad valorem taxes that the taxing unit may impose on the residence homesteads of individuals who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses. AN ACT relating to the authority of a taxing unit other than a school district to establish a limitation on the amount of ad valorem taxes that the taxing unit may impose on the residence homesteads of individuals who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses. Dead
SJR23 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set a lower limit on the maximum appraised value of real property other than a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes and to postpone the expiration of the limit. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set a lower limit on the maximum appraised value of real property other than a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes and to postpone the expiration of the limit. Dead
SJR22 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set a lower limit on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set a lower limit on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. Dead
SB321 Relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. AN ACT relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. Dead
SB690 Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties. AN ACT relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties. Dead
SB700 Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the assembly, association, and speech of property owners or residents. AN ACT relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the assembly, association, and speech of property owners or residents. Dead
SB514 Relating to an annual school district profile report by the Texas Education Agency. AN ACT relating to an annual school district profile report by the Texas Education Agency. Dead
SB624 Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. AN ACT relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. 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 Yea
SB268 Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
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 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 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
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 Nay
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 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 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
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 Joint Legislative Budget Board 3
Detail Texas Senate Administration Committee 5
Detail Texas Senate Business and Commerce Committee 7
Detail Texas Senate Finance Committee 9
Detail Texas Senate Health and Human Services Committee Chair 1
Detail Texas Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee 7
State District Chamber Party Status Start Date End Date
TX Texas Senate District 18 Senate Republican In Office 12/22/2014
TX District 13 House Republican Out of Office 01/09/2001 01/16/2024