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What each law actually does, how it changed on the floor, and every record vote behind it2025 · 89th Legislature2023 · 88th Legislature2021 · 87th Legislature2013 · 83rd Legislature

What a bill page gives you. A plain-English account of what the law does, written from the bill’s own final text — then, underneath it, every change anyone tried to make on the floor: who offered it, what it would have done, and whether it was adopted, set aside, or voted down. Every record vote is listed with the tally from the House Journal or Senate Journal, and every claim links back to the document it came from.

What is here so far. The 89th Legislature sent 1,138 bills to the governor that became law, referred 18 constitutional amendments to the voters, and passed 26 more bills the governor vetoed. The 88th Legislature sent 971 bills to the governor that became law, referred 13 constitutional amendments to the voters, and passed 52 more bills the governor vetoed. The 87th Legislature sent 826 bills to the governor that became law, referred 8 constitutional amendments to the voters, and passed 17 more bills the governor vetoed. The 83rd Legislature sent 879 bills to the governor that became law, referred 10 constitutional amendments to the voters, and passed 19 more bills the governor vetoed. 3,867 measures have written pages here, and more are added in batches — the biggest fights of the sessions alongside small laws that passed almost unnoticed, and a few that cleared both chambers and were vetoed. Every record vote on every measure of the sessions is already on this site, on the legislators’ own pages — what is being added here, one measure at a time, is the account of what each one actually does.

A word on the summaries. They are restatements, not the official language. Where a bill page says what a law does, the linked text at capitol.texas.gov is what governs — and it is one click away on every page.

3,867 bills
All 3,8672025 · 89th Legislature (1161)2023 · 88th Legislature (983)2021 · 87th Legislature (834)2013 · 83rd Legislature (889)Abortion & Reproductive Health (29)Crime & Policing (462)Elections & Voting (141)Guns & Weapons (70)Higher Education (257)Immigration & Border (51)LGBTQ-Related (6)Marijuana & Cannabis (3)Property Taxes (177)Public Education (K-12) (303)
SB 1the state budget2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — the state budget for September 2025 through August 2027

“General Appropriations Bill.”

55 record votes · 391 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2education savings accounts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 73 record votes · 81 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 4a larger school homestead tax exemption2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 5the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 6electric service for large power loads2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the planning for, interconnection and operation of, and costs related to providing service for certain electrical loads and to the generation of electric power by a water supply or sewer service corporation.”

12 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 7water infrastructure funding and oversight2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board.”

7 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 8sheriff agreements with ICE2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“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.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 16 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 9pretrial release and bail rules2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 10Ten Commandments in classrooms2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms.”

Public Education (K-12) · 23 record votes · 21 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 11prayer and Bible reading in public schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 12parental rights and DEI in schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Public Education (K-12) · 19 record votes · 15 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 13school library books2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Public Education (K-12) · 16 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 14state agency rulemaking and judicial deference2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 15minimum residential lot sizes in cities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to size and density requirements for residential lots in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee.”

10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 17foreign ownership of Texas land2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Immigration & Border · 28 record votes · 18 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 20obscene material depicting a child2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of possession, promotion, or production of certain obscene visual material appearing to depict a child.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 21the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve for the purpose of investing in cryptocurrency and the investment authority of the comptroller of public accounts over the reserve and certain other state funds.”

9 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 22the moving image industry incentive fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the Texas moving image industry incentive program and the establishment and funding of the Texas moving image industry incentive fund.”

9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 23homestead exemptions for elderly and disabled owners2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 24teaching about communist regimes in schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

Public Education (K-12) · 11 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 25food warning labels and nutrition standards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 27 record votes · 22 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 29business entity formation and governance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the formation, governance, and internal management of domestic entities.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 31medical exceptions to abortion prohibitions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to exceptions to otherwise prohibited abortions based on a physician's reasonable medical judgment.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 33government support for abortion assistance groups2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 34volunteer fire departments and wildfire response2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 36a Homeland Security Division at DPS2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the homeland security activities of certain entities, including the establishment and operations of the Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 37university governance and curriculum review2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment, powers, and duties of the Texas Higher Education Coordin”

Higher Education · 10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 38evictions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — applies to eviction suits filed on or after January 1, 2026

“Relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises.”

Crime & Policing · 16 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 40public funds for bail bonds2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 53court notices in mental illness cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain notice and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 57school emergency plans for people with disabilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to provisions and plans by public schools to ensure the safety of individuals with disabilities or impairments during a mandatory school drill or a disaster or emergency situation.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 60junior college library materials2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disposition by a public junior college library of certain library materials.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 65work hours for county employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adoption of uniform rules for hours of work for certain county employees.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 66a study of supported decision-making agreements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a study on authorizing a supporter under a supported decision-making agreement to assist an adult with a disability with legal proceedings.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 72regulation of car rental companies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of private passenger vehicle rental companies.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 75electric grid resilience2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 127failure to report child abuse2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the offense of failure to report child abuse or neglect by certain professionals and the statute of limitations for that offense; harmonizing other statute of limitations provisions.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 140regulation of solicitation communications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain definitions relating to the regulation of and private rights of action arising from certain solicitation-related communications.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 207excused absences for mental health appointments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 213bundling home and auto insurance policies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting insurers from requiring the tying of residential property and personal automobile insurance policies.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 217the Historic Texas Freedmen’s Cemetery program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishing the Historic Texas Freedmen's Cemetery Designation Program; authorizing a fee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 226school enrollment for children in safety placements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing residency for children who are the subject of parental child safety placement agreements for purposes of admission into public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 227delayed birth certificate applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the application review process for certain delayed birth certificates.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 231temporary emergency power facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to temporary emergency electric energy facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 243migrant labor housing rules2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities; changing the amount of a civil penalty.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 250annexation along railroad rights-of-way2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal annexation of an area adjacent to contiguous or connecting railroad rights-of-way.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 251criminal law magistrates in Bell County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of criminal law magistrates for Bell County.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 260the school safety allotment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 261a ban on cell-cultured protein sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a prohibition on the offering for sale and the sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption; providing civil and criminal penalties.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 262eligibility to practice public accountancy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective August 1, 2026

“Relating to eligibility requirements to practice public accountancy.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 263franchise tax for broadcasters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the computation of the cost of goods sold by television and radio broadcasters for purposes of the franchise tax.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 264the workers’ compensation self-insurance guaranty fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

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

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 266tax collection procedures and taxpayer suits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain tax and fee collection procedures and taxpayer suits.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 269reporting vaccine and drug adverse events2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to required reports of certain vaccine-related or drug-related adverse events.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 293judicial discipline and transparency2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 296ticket dismissal for driving safety courses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to driving safety or motorcycle operator training course dismissal.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 304municipal court jurisdiction over nuisance ordinances2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the jurisdiction of municipal courts over health and safety and nuisance abatement ordinances.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 305passing certain vehicles on a highway2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the criminal offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 314food additives in school meals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting certain food additives from being included in free or reduced-price meals provided by school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 326antisemitism in student conduct cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the procedure for determining whether a student's violation of a public school's or public institution of higher education's student code of conduct was motivated by antisemitism.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 331health care cost disclosure2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 365the academic fresh start period2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the period for which an applicant for admission as an undergraduate student to a public institution of higher education is entitled to an academic fresh start.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 370personal information of attorney general employees’ families2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the availability of certain personal information of a child, spouse, or surviving spouse of a current or former employee of the office of the attorney general or of a public defender's office.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 372power of sale under a property lien2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the persons authorized or appointed to exercise the power of sale under the terms of a contract lien on real property.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 379sweetened drinks and candy under SNAP2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting the purchase of sweetened drinks and candy under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.”

10 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 384donations to the Operation Game Thief fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to making a donation to the operation game thief fund when applying for a hunting or fishing license.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 387bond requirements for judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to bond requirements for certain judges.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 401non-enrolled students in UIL activities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to participation by non-enrolled students in University Interscholastic League-sponsored activities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 402payment of property tax refunds2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the payment of certain ad valorem tax refunds.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 412defenses to prosecution for obscene material2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to defenses to prosecution for certain offenses involving material or conduct that is obscene or otherwise harmful to children.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 413school board meetings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the meetings of the boards of trustees of independent school districts.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 434Harris County Hospital District peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Harris County Hospital District to employ and commission peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 437abuse training in health care facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of inservice training on identifying abuse, neglect, and illegal, unprofessional, and unethical conduct in certain health care facilities and to civil and administrative penalties assessed for violations of statutes or rules governing chemical dependency treatment facilitie”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 441sexually explicit and artificial intimate media2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to criminal and civil liability related to sexually explicit media and artificial intimate visual material; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 9 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 447city general election dates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.”

Elections & VotingImmigration & Border · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 455arbitration in surplus lines insurance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to arbitration provisions in certain surplus lines insurance contracts.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 456buying or selling human organs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the purchase or sale of human organs; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 457regulation of nursing facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements.”

8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 458appraisals for disputed insurance claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an appraisal process for disputed losses under personal automobile or residential property insurance policies.”

Property Taxes · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 462waiting list priority for child-care workers’ children2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishing a child-care services waiting list priority for the children of certain child-care workers.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 463facilities under workplace violence prevention rules2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the definition of facility for purposes of workplace violence prevention requirements.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 467a property tax exemption for fire-destroyed homes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 480interlocal contracts for water planning2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a local government to enter into an interlocal contract with certain governmental entities to participate in water research or planning activities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 482offenses against utility workers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the offenses of assault, harassment, and interference with public duties committed against certain employees or agents of a utility.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 487confidentiality of crime victims’ information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the confidentiality of identifying information of victims of certain offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 493pharmacist disclosures about prescription drug benefits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to protection of certain disclosures and communications by pharmacists and pharmacies regarding prescription drug benefits.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 494a petroleum theft task force2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of a theft of petroleum products task force.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 499the West Coke County Hospital District’s bank2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the selection by the board of directors of the West Coke County Hospital District of a depository bank for the district.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 500access to adoption information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to access to certain information in the adoption process.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 502peace officers for the HHSC inspector general2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to peace officers commissioned by the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 503an electronic livestock brand registry2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of an electronic registry of livestock marks and brands.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 506ballot proposition requirements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requirements for certain ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions.”

Elections & Voting · 9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 509attorney general notice in election lawsuits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring notice to the attorney general in an action under the Election Code seeking a temporary restraining order.”

Elections & Voting · 9 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 510voter registrar compliance with registration laws2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the failure of a voter registrar to comply with voter registration laws.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 512penalties under money services terms of service2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 513a rural community-based care pilot program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a rural community-based care pilot program.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 519grants for Texas history education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a grant program to promote educational engagement with Texas history.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 522regulation of out-of-state CPAs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the certification and regulation of certain out-of-state certified public accountants.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 523an alternative address on a driver’s license2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of a driver's license to certain persons that includes an alternative to the license holder's residence address.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 527anesthesia coverage for children’s dental care2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to health benefit coverage for general anesthesia in connection with certain pediatric dental services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 528inpatient competency restoration2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to inpatient competency restoration services.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 529hotel and convention center tax revenue2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the entitlement of certain municipalities to receive and use tax revenue from certain establishments located near a hotel and convention center project.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 530college and program accreditation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the accreditation of certain postsecondary educational institutions in this state or of certain programs offered by those institutions.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 535evidence of a victim’s sexual history2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the admissibility of evidence regarding a victim's past sexual behavior in prosecutions of certain trafficking, sexual, or assaultive offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 541cottage food operations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to cottage food production operations.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 546seat belts on buses carrying children2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to seat belts on buses that transport children.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 565compliance agreements for regional water systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a compliance agreement for the suspension of an enforcement action against a regional water supply, sewer, wastewater treatment, or solid waste disposal service for certain violations.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 568special education in public schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 569virtual education in public schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of virtual education in public schools and to certain waivers and modifications by the commissioner of education to the method of calculating average daily attendance in an emergency or crisis for purposes of preserving school district funding entitlements under the Foundat”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 571reporting child abuse and misconduct2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 599local regulation of home day-cares2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate a licensed, registered, or listed group day-care home or family home.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 608reporting on evidence collection kits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to reporting information regarding certain evidence collection kits.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 610TDLR efforts against human trafficking2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to combating human trafficking by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 612district fees for pipeline construction2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain conservation and reclamation districts to impose fees for the construction of certain pipelines and associated infrastructure.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 616aquifer storage projects in the Edwards Aquifer2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to aquifer storage and recovery projects that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 617notice before converting property to homeless housing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to hearing and public notice requirements regarding the conversion by a municipality of certain properties to house homeless individuals.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 627licensing of dietitians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of dietitians.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 646loan repayment for mental health professionals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 647recording documents that convey property interests2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the filing or recording of documents or instruments conveying or purporting to convey an interest in real or personal property.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 650electronic age verification for alcohol sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring the use of electronically readable information to verify a purchaser's age in the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.”

8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 651reports by county veterans service offices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the requirement that a veterans county service office report to the commissioners court or a designated county executive official.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 663community supervision department budgets2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the approval of a community supervision and corrections department's budget and strategic plan.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 664associate judges and magistrates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to qualifications, training, removal, and supervision of certain masters, magistrates, referees, associate judges, and hearing officers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 667state investment in Chinese-affiliated companies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting certain state governmental entities from investing in certain Chinese-affiliated entities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 670access to investigational sun protection products2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to patient authorization to access certain investigational sun protection products.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 681engineering and surveying license renewal2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the term and renewal of an engineering or land surveying license or registration.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 682a memorial highway in Smith County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 2493 in Smith County as the Captain Kevin Williams and Firefighter Austin Cheek Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 687liability for land surveying services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to liability for land surveying services in or in connection with certain construction or services contracts.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 688the meeting date for presidential electors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the date of the meeting of presidential electors of this state.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 693notaries public2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notaries public; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 703penalties for massage businesses and therapists2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences for the commission of certain offenses by massage establishments, massage schools, massage therapists, and massage therapy instructors.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 705the air conditioning and refrigeration advisory board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the air conditioning and refrigeration contractors advisory board.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 706out-of-state handgun licenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the recognition of a handgun license issued by another state.”

Guns & Weapons · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 710a public electronic communications system for municipalities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment and use of a written electronic communications system accessible to the public by certain municipal entities.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 711property owners’ associations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium unit owners' associations.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 739authorized peace officers for tracking equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 740Public Utility Commission water and sewer cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain proceedings by the Public Utility Commission of Texas regarding water or sewer service.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 745penalties for intoxication manslaughter2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to enhancing the criminal penalty for the offense of intoxication manslaughter in certain circumstances.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 746guardianship matters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to guardianship matters.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 748regulation of laser hair removal2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of laser hair removal.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 761sexual assault and crime victims’ rights2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the offense of sexual assault and to the rights of crime victims, including the enforcement of certain rights of sexual assault victims; authorizing a civil penalty.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 763standard permits for concrete plants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 764electrician license denial hearings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the procedure for a hearing by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on the denial of an electrician's license or disciplinary action against an electrician.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 765confidentiality of fraud detection information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 766Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission references2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the correction of references to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 767a wildfire firefighting equipment database2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creating a database of the firefighting equipment in the state available for use in responding to wildfires.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 769higher education for students with disabilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding enrollment and success in higher education for students with disabilities.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 771diesel tax refunds for auxiliary power units2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a credit or refund for diesel fuel taxes paid on diesel fuel used in this state by auxiliary power units or power take-off equipment.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 777local collective bargaining and pay standards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to compensation and employment condition standards by municipal charter or collective bargaining agreement and to impasse resolution in collective bargaining with certain political subdivisions.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 783local building construction regulations2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the construction or alteration of residential or commercial buildings.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 785new HUD-code manufactured housing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to the regulation of new HUD-code manufactured housing.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 790customer complaints before the Public Utility Commission2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the procedure for resolving certain customer complaints before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 800campus sexual assault resources2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a public institution of higher education's sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking resources and policy orientation.”

Higher Education · 9 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 815automated systems in health claims decisions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of certain automated systems in, and certain adverse determinations made in connection with, the health benefit claims process.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 823labeling of imported shrimp2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to labeling and representation of imported shrimp; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 826intoxicated driving in school crossing zones2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone while intoxicated; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 827audits of electronic voting systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the audit of an election using an electronic voting system.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 835nondisclosure agreements about sexual abuse2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the enforceability of certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions with respect to an act of sexual abuse.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 836confidentiality for sex offense victims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 840city rules for multifamily and mixed-use development2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain municipal regulation of certain mixed-use and multifamily residential development projects and conversion of certain commercial buildings to mixed-use and multifamily residential occupancy.”

8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 841beneficiaries of construction trust funds2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the beneficiaries of trust funds paid or received in connection with an improvement on specific real property.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 842immunity for ringside physicians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to immunity for ringside physicians assigned to combative sports events.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 843a school district bond and tax database2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a Texas Education Agency database of school district and open-enrollment charter school bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 850payment of property tax refunds2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the payment of certain ad valorem tax refunds.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 855out-of-network care for foster children2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of certain medical consenters to assume financial responsibility for certain out-of-network medical care provided to children in foster care.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 856use of the skills development fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of the skills development fund by certain entities.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 857authorized removal of motor vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authorized removal of certain motor vehicles.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 860the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to abolishing the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 863Edwards Aquifer water withdrawals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to water withdrawn from the Edwards Aquifer and to the use of certain reclaimed water in an aquifer storage and recovery project.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 865CPR training and school cardiac emergency plans2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of automated external defibrillators and to a cardiac emergency response plan for certain school employees and volunteers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 868the rural volunteer fire department assistance program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the allocation of money appropriated to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 869Texas Ethics Commission complaint deadlines2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the deadline for the Texas Ethics Commission to resolve certain complaints.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 870open carry by school marshals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the open carrying of a handgun by a uniformed school marshal.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 876the Bob Cornett Parkway2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 377 in Hood and Johnson Counties as the Bob Cornett Parkway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 879closed-loop geothermal injection wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an exemption for drillers or operators of closed-loop geothermal injection wells from certain requirements applicable to persons involved in activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 888defense of district and county attorneys2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the attorney general's defense of a district or county attorney against certain lawsuits in federal court.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 890handgun licenses for judicial officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of a license to carry a handgun to certain active and retired judicial officers.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 896health plan enrollment for newborns2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the enrollment period for newborns under certain health benefit plans.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 897community mental health programs for veterans2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration of a grant program to support community mental health programs assisting veterans and their families.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 901candidates who file with two parties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 904licensing of hearing instrument fitters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of hearing instrument fitters and dispensers.”

5 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 905licensing of speech-language pathologists and audiologists2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of speech-language pathologists and audiologists.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 906Ysleta del Sur Pueblo peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo to commission peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 912continuing education tracking for health practitioners2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the verification of health care practitioner continuing education compliance through the establishment of continuing education tracking systems.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 914changing city and county election dates2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing certain cities and counties to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 916billing by emergency medical services providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to consumer protections against certain medical and health care billing by emergency medical services providers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 917boiler inspections and regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain boiler inspection reports and the composition and governance of the board of boiler rules.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 918licensing of orthotists and prosthetists2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 920nonprescription medication for school students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration of nonprescription medications to certain public and private school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 922electronic disclosure of medical information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disclosure of certain medical information by electronic means.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 924video service providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to entities that provide video services.”

8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 926health plan ranking of physicians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain practices of health benefit plan issuers to encourage the use of certain physicians and health care providers and rank physicians.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 927Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal plates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal specialty license plates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 929deadlines for mechanic’s and contractor’s liens2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain deadlines and other timing factors affecting mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 955punishment for trafficking of persons2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 958nondisclosure orders for trafficking victims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 963Medicaid plan marketing of private coverage2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to allowing Medicaid managed care organizations to engage in marketing about the availability of certain private health benefit plan coverage.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 965prayer by public school employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the right of a public school employee to engage in religious speech or prayer while on duty.”

Public Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 971rural political subdivisions and water assistance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the definition of a rural political subdivision for purposes of the Texas Water Assistance Program.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 973appraisal district reappraisals and online information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the periodic reappraisal of property by, and the prohibition on posting on the Internet certain information held by, an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 984investigational treatments for seriously ill patients2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to access to individualized investigational treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 985combining election precincts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the combination of certain election precincts.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 991chronically absent and truant students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the inclusion of chronically absent and truant students as students at risk of dropping out of school and the collection and reporting of data regarding those students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 992state agency contracts for outside legal services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the procedure by which the attorney general approves or denies approval of a state agency contract for outside legal services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 995surety bonds for oversize and overweight vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the approval of a surety bond for a contract authorizing an oversize or overweight vehicle to cross a road or highway.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 996dates for retail fireworks sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fireworks sales to the public by retail fireworks permit holders on certain dates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1008regulation of the food service industry2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to state and local authority to regulate the food service industry.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1012sale of state property in Austin2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to authorizing the sale or lease by the State of Texas of certain real property located in Austin, Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1018distribution of state traffic fine revenue2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to distribution of state traffic fine revenue received by the comptroller.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1019hearsay statements in child abuse cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the admissibility of certain hearsay statements in the adjudication of certain sexual or assaultive offenses committed against a child or a person with a disability.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1020personal bond offices and electronic monitoring2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to personal bond offices, to the notification provided to a judge regarding tampering with an electronic monitoring device while released on bond or community supervision, and to the availability of certain information regarding a person required to submit to an electronic monitoring progra”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1021community supervision for stalking convictions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to changing the eligibility for community supervision of a person convicted of stalking and to the offense of improper contact with the person's victim.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1023property tax rate calculations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1025ballot wording for tax increases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the text of ballot propositions that increase taxes.”

Elections & VotingProperty Taxes · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1035relief from regulations on agricultural operations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to equitable relief from the enforcement of certain governmental requirements that affect agricultural operations.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1036regulation of residential solar sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of residential solar retail transactions; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing fees; providing civil and administrative penalties.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1038penalties for Medicaid fraud and abuse2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to administrative remedies for certain fraud and abuse violations under Medicaid; providing administrative penalties.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1044newborn screening for Duchenne muscular dystrophy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to newborn screening tests for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1049excused school absences for released time courses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to excused absences from public school for the purpose of attending a released time course.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1055groundwater well permit fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to permit fees for groundwater wells imposed by the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1057shareholder proposals at listed corporations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the submission and approval of certain proposals by shareholders of nationally listed corporations.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1058taxable revenue for securities market operators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the exclusion of certain securities transaction payments from the total revenue of a taxable entity that is a registered securities market operator.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1061permits for uranium mining production areas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to procedural requirements for uranium mining production area authorizations.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1062newspapers used for public notices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the type of newspaper required for publication of public notices.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1066bonds for Parks and Wildlife contractors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the requirement for performance and payment bonds from certain contractors of the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1079county disposal of sensitive media devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a county to dispose of sensitive media devices.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1080occupational licenses and criminal convictions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the revocation of an occupational license from certain license holders and the issuance of an occupational license to certain applicants with criminal convictions.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1084breast density information in mammography reports2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain mammography reports providing required breast density information.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1106online posting of public improvement district plans2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to publication of public improvement district service plans and assessments on certain public Internet websites.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1119water park liability for injuries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to liability of a water park entity for injuries arising from certain activities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1120crime victims’ rights and protective orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to rights of a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim in certain criminal cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation of a protective order or condition of bond and to the duration of certain protective orders.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1121notice requirements for communication facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to excepting certain communication facilities from certain notice requirements for projects on state or local public land.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1137group home consultant referrals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to group home consultant referrals; creating a criminal offense.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1141notices before child protective services hearings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to confirming the provision of certain notices before the full adversary hearing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1143planning for workforce development programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain planning and evaluation requirements with respect to certain workforce development programs in this state.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1145land application permits for produced water2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the land application of water produced from certain mining and oil and gas extraction operations.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1146Railroad Commission rules on plugging inactive wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the plugging or replugging of certain inactive wells subject to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1147withdrawal from the Interstate Mining Compact2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the withdrawal of the State of Texas from the Interstate Mining Compact.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1150plugging inactive wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the plugging of and reporting on inactive wells subject to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1151insurer audits of third-party administrators2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an insurer's responsibility to review and audit a third-party administrator.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1164emergency detention and court-ordered mental health care2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to emergency detention of certain persons evidencing mental illness and to court-ordered inpatient and extended mental health services.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1169joint water and sewer service2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of water or sewer service by public entities operating jointly or concurrently.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1171pay for juvenile justice inspector general employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to compensation, leave, and physical fitness programs and standards for certain employees of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1172exemptions from Texas Real Estate Commission regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to exempting certain transactions from regulation by the Texas Real Estate Commission.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1173the dollar threshold for competitive bidding2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the amount of an expenditure made by certain political subdivisions for which a competitive procurement method may be required.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1177fire safety inspections at schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fire safety inspections at public and private schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1184age limits for wine collection sellers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the age of wine authorized to be sold by a wine collection seller.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1185boiler inspection exemptions for medical equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an exemption from boiler registration and inspection requirements for certain boilers in medical equipment and autoclaves.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1188electronic health records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to electronic health record requirements; authorizing a civil penalty.”

LGBTQ-Related · 15 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1191a standard high school grade point average2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the development of a standard method of computing a student's high school grade point average.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1194the Central Texas Water Alliance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to creating the Central Texas Water Alliance; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1197drones over spaceports2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over a spaceport; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1198spaceports as critical infrastructure2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of spaceports as critical infrastructure facilities for purposes of criminal and civil liability.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1202third-party review of development documents2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to third-party review of property development documents and inspections of improvements related to those documents, including home backup power installations.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1207adoption instruction in public school parenting classes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to instruction on adoption in the parenting and paternity awareness program in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1212penalties for human trafficking2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1214the Concho County Hospital District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operations and administration of the Concho County Hospital District.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1215placement of cultivated oysters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the placement of a cultivated oyster in a natural oyster bed, a private oyster bed, or coastal waters.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1220jurisdiction of criminal trial courts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1227fees for military specialty license plates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fees for the issuance of certain military specialty license plates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1229a Veterans Memorial Highway in Smith County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 69 in Smith County as the Veterans Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1233perinatal palliative care information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care; creating an administrative penalty.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 9 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1236pharmacies and pharmacy benefit managers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the relationship between pharmacists or pharmacies and health benefit plan issuers or pharmacy benefit managers.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1238insurance discrimination after a spouse’s death2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibited insurance discrimination on the basis of an insured's marital status following the death of the insured's spouse.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1239choice of law for securities claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to choice of law and assignment or acquisition of claims and demands in connection with certificated and uncertificated securities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1241college entrance exams in admissions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the consideration of college entrance examinations for admission to certain public institutions of higher education and a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding those examinations.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1242land purchases by Texas State Technical College2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1243dissolving a public utility agency2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the dissolution of a public utility agency.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1245hunting aoudad sheep by helicopter2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the taking of aoudad sheep by using a helicopter.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1247nonresident hunting licenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to consolidating certain nonresident hunting licenses.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1248disclosure of hunting harvest reports2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disclosure of certain harvest report information submitted to the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1252city regulation of home backup power systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate the installation or inspection of a residential energy backup system.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1254professional employer organizations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of professional employer organizations.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1255mold assessors and remediators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of mold assessors and remediators.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1257insurance coverage for gender transition reversals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to required health benefit plan coverage for gender transition adverse effects and reversals.”

LGBTQ-Related · 12 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1259regulation of land surveyors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of land surveyors by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1261financing for state water plan projects2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the financing of water supply projects included in the state water plan; authorizing the issuance of obligations.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1265Texas Workforce Commission child-care duties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain duties of the Texas Workforce Commission with respect to child-care resources.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1266Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing processes.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1267Parks and Wildlife certificates and records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2028

“Relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1268Texas Water Development Board guidance principles2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the review and updating by the Texas Water Development Board of guidance principles and rules related to certain plans adopted or approved by the board.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1271state jurisdiction over military installations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of this state over United States military installations with respect to certain subject matters.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1273the Higher Education Research Security Council2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishing the Higher Education Research Security Council.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1281offenses involving mail and mailbox keys2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain criminal offenses involving mail or a mail receptacle key or lock; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1283safety in senior retirement communities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to resident safety from criminal activity in senior retirement communities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1300penalties for organized retail theft2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the criminal offense of organized retail theft; increasing criminal penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1302eligibility for waste discharge permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to eligibility to use a general permit to discharge waste into or adjacent to waters in this state.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1307a health coverage reference guide2025 · 89th Legislature

By Molly Cook (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a biennial health coverage reference guide developed by the Texas Department of Insurance.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1313signs and logos in tobacco advertising2025 · 89th Legislature

By Molly Cook (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibited signs, logos, and designs in advertising or marketing cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or other tobacco products; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1316restrictions on e-cigarette advertising2025 · 89th Legislature

By Molly Cook (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a prohibition on e-cigarette advertising in certain locations.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1318noncompete agreements for physicians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restrictions on covenants not to compete for physicians and certain health care practitioners.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1321pay and leave for peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to compensation and leave for certain peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1330billing for Medicare medical equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to billing and reimbursement for certain medical equipment, devices, and supplies provided to Medicare enrollees; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1332group health premiums after coverage ends2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a group health benefit plan policy or contract holder's obligation to pay premiums on behalf of an individual after the individual's eligibility for group coverage terminates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1333unauthorized occupants of a dwelling2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1335decedents’ estates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to decedents' estates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1341regulation of manufactured homes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of manufactured homes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1343data broker registration notices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the notice requirements of a data broker registration statement and Internet website.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1346bulk lottery ticket purchases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibited sales to persons attempting to purchase all or substantially all possible winning tickets in a lottery drawing.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1349transnational repression offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1350a Texas bicentennial celebration commission2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a commission to coordinate celebrations of the bicentennial anniversary of Texas' independence.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1352late property tax exemption applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the deadline for filing an application for certain ad valorem tax exemptions or allocations and the calculation of the penalty for filing a late application for such an exemption or allocation.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1353pilot licensing in Cameron County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of pilots in the jurisdiction of the pilot board of a navigation district located in Cameron County.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1355liquor sales on credit to wholesalers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to liquor sales on credit by the holder of a distiller's and rectifier's permit to a wholesaler.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1362the “Anti-Red Flag Act”2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting the recognition, service, and enforcement of extreme risk protective orders; creating a criminal offense.”

Guns & Weapons · 14 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1366work zones in driver education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the inclusion of information about construction or maintenance work zones in the curriculum of driver education and driving safety courses.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1369a memorial highway in Morris County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 11 in Morris County as the Army Staff Sergeant Samuel T. Castle Memorial Highway.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1371metropolitan transit authorities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of certain metropolitan transit authorities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1372access to the crime laboratory portal2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to access to the crime laboratory portal.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1376supervision of code enforcement trainees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the supervision requirements of a code enforcement officer in training.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1378winery and nonresident seller permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the powers of certain nonresident seller's permit holders who also hold a winery permit.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1379criminal penalties for forgery2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for forgery.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1383senior living referral agencies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of referral agencies for senior living communities.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1388family support services in an HHSC program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to family support services provided under a Health and Human Services Commission program.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1398family preservation and foster care cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1400junior college transfer student funding2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on measurable outcomes for certain transfer students for performance tier funding under the public junior college state finance program.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1401the Mental Health Profession Pipeline Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Profession Pipeline Program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1403the Title IV-D child support agency2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration of the Title IV-D agency, the powers and duties of the Title IV-D agency regarding the collection, modification, and enforcement of child support, and to certain procedures for cases and orders relating to the Title IV-D agency.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1404orders in parent-child relationship suits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requirements for certain orders and judgments rendered in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1405taxation of Internet services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law

“Relating to increasing access to and reducing taxation of Internet services.”

8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1409student health plans at colleges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to health benefits offered by postsecondary educational institutions to students and their families.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1415the sales tax exemption period for clothing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the sales tax exemption period for clothing, footwear, and certain school-related items.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1418terminology for public school assessments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the terminology used to refer to certain assessment instruments administered to public school students.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1422a memorial bridge in Upshur County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 852 in Upshur County as the Petty Officer Billy Machen Memorial Bridge.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1423a named parkway in Gregg County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 2275 in Gregg County as the Bill Stoudt Parkway.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1426the first capitol historic site2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to operation and management of the first capitol state historic site and replica by the Texas Historical Commission.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1433legislative privilege in constitutional challenges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the assertion of legislative privilege by the attorney general in certain legal challenges to the constitutionality of state statutes.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1437certification of juvenile facility employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for certification as certain juvenile officers or employees of a juvenile facility.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1448decedents’ estates and probate courts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to decedents' estates and other matters involving probate courts.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1451the penalty for stealing checks2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of stealing or receiving a stolen check or similar sight order.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1453a taxing unit’s debt and tax rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the current debt rate and tax rate of a taxing unit for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1455funding for workers’ compensation regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the funding mechanism for the regulation of workers' compensation and workers' compensation insurance; authorizing surcharges.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1467death records shared with hospitals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to death records maintained by the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services and provided to certain hospitals.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1468utility systems at Texas A&M2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1470DPS data for voter registration2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring the Department of Public Safety to share data for the purpose of maintaining the statewide voter registration list.”

Crime & PolicingElections & Voting · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1490adult high school charter funding2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to adult high school charter program funding.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1494changing local election dates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1497police searches of wireless devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the search of certain wireless communications devices by a peace officer.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1498forfeiture of digital currency2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to civil asset forfeiture of digital currency or other similar property.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1499the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operations of the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1502school tax rates above the voter-approval rate2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the authority of the governing body of a school district to adopt an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the district's voter-approval tax rate.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1504Gulf Coast Authority board meetings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to meetings of the board of directors of the Gulf Coast Authority.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1506the frequency of parole reviews2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the frequency with which the Board of Pardons and Paroles reconsiders inmates for release on parole.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1522regulation of continuing care facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the regulation of continuing care facilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1532online reporting on the state water fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the information required to be posted by the Texas Water Development Board on the board's Internet website regarding the use of the state water implementation fund for Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1534a study of health physics education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding health physics education in this state.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1535an advanced nuclear energy workforce program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment by the Texas Workforce Commission of an advanced nuclear energy workforce development program.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1537court interpreters in criminal cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appointment of an interpreter in a criminal proceeding.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1540personal information of election officials2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of election officials and their employees.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1547county clerk fees for property records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to fees charged by county clerks for certain property records.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1555grants for railroad grade separations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a grant program to fund certain railroad grade separation projects.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1558liability of foster care contractors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the liability of nonprofit entities contracted with the Department of Family and Protective Services or with a single source continuum contractor to provide community-based care or child welfare services.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1559conflicts between protective orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to conflicts between a protective order and certain other orders and to the transfer of a protective order.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1563jailer training on veterans2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1566utility connections in former ETJ areas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to connection of utilities by certain entities in certain subdivisions formerly located in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1567city limits on dwelling occupancy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of home-rule municipalities to regulate the occupancy of dwelling units.”

8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1568animal friendly license plates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of animal friendly specialty license plates.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1569personal information of university leaders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the availability of certain personal information of a member of the governing board of an institution of higher education, the chief executive officer of the institution, or the chief executive officer of a university system.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1574a centers of excellence program for judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a centers of excellence program developed by the Texas Judicial Council for certain justices and judges.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1577temporary alcohol sales at racing facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the temporary sale of alcoholic beverages at certain racing facilities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1579receivership for abandoned tax-delinquent land2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the appointment of a receiver for and sale of certain parcels of land that are abandoned, unoccupied, tax delinquent, and undeveloped in certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1580local mental health authority boards2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the composition of the governing body of a local mental health authority.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1583groundwater district management plans2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to management plans adopted by groundwater conservation districts.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1589single source continuum contractor contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the contract requirements for a contract between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1596a ban on short-barrel firearms2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prohibition of short-barrel firearms.”

Guns & Weapons · 9 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1598release of vehicle collision reports2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the release of motor vehicle collision report information.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1610sexually violent predator commitment and penalties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 10 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1619use of epinephrine delivery systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of an epinephrine delivery system by certain entities.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1620a forensic analyst apprenticeship program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas forensic analyst apprenticeship pilot program.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1621child sexual abuse material offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1637prosecution of deadly conduct2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of deadly conduct.”

Crime & Policing · 8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1644credit scores in insurance rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

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

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1646copper and brass theft2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to criminal conduct involving the theft, damage, or destruction of copper or brass or involving the unauthorized possession of certain copper or brass material, to transactions of metal recycling entities involving certain copper or brass material, to training on identifying certain copper ”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1660retention of toxicological evidence2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1662notice before drinking water testing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notice provided to certain public drinking water supply systems before water quality testing.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1663groundwater contamination notice2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notification procedures concerning groundwater contamination.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1664public information on utility rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to public information regarding the rates of a transmission and distribution utility.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1666payment of restitution2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the payment of restitution.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1667expunction of arrest records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the procedures for the expunction of arrest records and files; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1677a diabetes-related amputation study2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a study on prevention and reduction of diabetes-related amputation.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1697a home solar customer guide2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a customer guide to home solar energy devices.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1706closed meetings on defense and aerospace2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the governing board of a state governmental body to conduct a closed meeting to deliberate an issue involving certain defense, military, or aerospace issues.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1709the Los Robles Trail in Nueces County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm to Market Road 70 in Nueces County as the Los Robles Trail.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1718event funding for NRA annual meetings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of the National Rifle Association's Annual Meetings and Exhibits or another annual event of the National Rifle Association for funding under the major events reimbursement program.”

Guns & Weapons · 8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1723rapid DNA analysis by police2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to rapid DNA analysis by certain law enforcement agencies, the establishment of a related pilot program, and the content of certain DNA databases.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1728juvenile justice access to JET grants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the participation of certain juvenile justice entities in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1729vehicle registration and inspection2025 · 89th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the registration and inspection of vehicles.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1733the Calhoun Port Authority board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of the board of the Calhoun Port Authority.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1734documents purporting to convey property title2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to status of certain documents or instruments purporting to convey title to or an interest in real property.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1737retirement benefits for law enforcement officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to service retirement benefits payable by the Employees Retirement System of Texas to certain law enforcement officers and custodial officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1738the Judicial Retirement System Plan Two2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the Judicial Retirement System Plan Two, including resuming service in the retirement system and contributions to the retirement system.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1745the Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the name, rights, powers, and privileges of the Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1746dredged material removal by navigation districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the relocation or removal of dredged spoils or materials by a navigation district.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1758cement kilns near semiconductor plants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of a cement kiln and the production of aggregates near a semiconductor wafer manufacturing facility.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1759Railroad Commission oil and gas emergencies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the declaration of an oil or gas emergency by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the liability of a person for assistance, advice, or resources provided in relation to an oil or gas emergency.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1760guardianships for incapacitated persons2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to guardianships for persons who are incapacitated; changing a fee.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1762operators of orphaned oil and gas wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1786public higher education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to public higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1789electric service quality and reliability2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to electric service quality and reliability; providing an administrative penalty.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1804tattoo removal for crime victims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restitution and compensation paid to victims of certain offenses for tattoo removal related to the offense.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1806handling of oil and gas equipment and waste2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the inspection, purchase, sale, possession, storage, transportation, and disposal of petroleum products, oil and gas equipment, and oil and gas waste; creating criminal offenses and increasing the punishment for an existing criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1809gift card fraud2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1814a database of veterans’ benefits information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creation and maintenance of an electronic database to provide information to certain members of the United States armed forces regarding the resources and benefits provided to veterans.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1816registration of miniature vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of a miniature vehicle.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1818occupational licenses for military families2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of a license or provisional license to certain military service members, military veterans, and military spouses to engage in a business or occupation in this state.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1833social media in drug delivery offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of a social media platform in furtherance of an offense involving the delivery of a controlled substance; increasing criminal penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1839transfer of records in probate cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the delivery of records, including a will, in probate proceedings transferred to other courts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1841confidentiality of local government and airport records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1844disannexation for failure to provide services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to disannexation of certain areas of a municipality for failure to provide services.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1851penalties for municipal audit noncompliance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the penalty for noncompliance with certain audit requirements by a municipality.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1856a capacity cost recovery rider for electric utilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a capacity cost recovery rider for certain electric utilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1858the body armor grant program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to eligibility for the bulletproof vest and body armor grant program.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1862interstate notification about voter registration applicants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to interstate notification by the voter registrar of certain applicants for voter registration.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1877data access by the Office of Public Utility Counsel2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to access certain data.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1879a state land transfer to Walker County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to Walker County.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1883approval of impact fees and capital improvement plans2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the approval of land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and impact fees.”

8 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1886blood draw warrants in intoxication cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the execution of a search warrant for taking a blood specimen from certain persons in certain intoxication offenses.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1895a memorial highway loop in Lubbock County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway Loop 88 in Lubbock County as the First Responders Memorial Loop.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1896information for emergency protective orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of information regarding an arrested person and the victim of the offense to a magistrate for purposes of an order for emergency protection.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1901the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Texas Opioid Abatement Trust Fund.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1902dealer-issued license plates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law

“Relating to the administration of the dealer-issued license plates database and to the removal and transfer of license plates.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1921projects in municipal public improvement districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1923modifying child support orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the modification of certain orders providing for the support of a child.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1930saltwater fishing stamp revenue2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of proceeds from the sale of saltwater fishing stamps issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1936abuse units for controlled substances2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the definition of an abuse unit for certain controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1939the ship channel improvement revolving fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the ship channel improvement revolving fund.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1940transfer of a manufactured home at death2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to authorizing a beneficiary designation that transfers a manufactured home classified as personal property at the owner's death.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1946a family violence homicide prevention task force2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of a family violence criminal homicide prevention task force.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1948fire prevention standards at agricultural facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of fire prevention standards for certain agricultural facilities.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1951penalties for late property renditions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the imposition of a penalty for failure to timely file a rendition statement or property report with the chief appraiser of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1952the school health and related services program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration and operation of the school health and related services program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1957eligibility for civilian oversight boards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of a person to serve on a civilian oversight board.”

Crime & Policing · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1963utility cost recovery after natural disasters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a financing mechanism allowing electric utilities to obtain recovery of costs associated with a weather-related event or other natural disaster; granting authority to issue bonds.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1964artificial intelligence use by government agencies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation and use of artificial intelligence systems and the management of data by governmental entities.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1967Texas Water Development Board financial assistance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of financial assistance by the Texas Water Development Board for certain projects.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1968licensing of real estate professionals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain real estate professionals by the Texas Real Estate Commission.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1998a pediatric preceptorship program for medical students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a preceptorship program in a pediatric subspecialty for medical students in this state.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2004event funding for the INDYCAR Grand Prix of Arlington2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of the INDYCAR Grand Prix of Arlington for funding under the major events reimbursement program.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2007military status on vehicle registration applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the voluntary disclosure by an applicant for registration of a motor vehicle of the applicant's military status.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2018the strong families tax credit2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective June 1, 2026

“Relating to the strong families credit against certain taxes for entities that contribute to certain organizations.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2024sales of certain e-cigarette products2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

11 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2032contracts with single source continuum contractors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain requirements regarding a contract between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2034receivership of child welfare contractors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the receivership of a single-source continuum contractor providing child welfare services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2037permits for LNG export terminals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to permit application review and contested case procedures for environmental permits involving a project to construct or modify a liquefied natural gas export terminal; authorizing a fee.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2039pedestrian laws for sidewalk users2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of certain pedestrian laws to certain sidewalk users.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2052custody suits between parents and nonparents2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship between a parent and a nonparent.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2053the Governor’s Medal of Service2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creating the Governor's Medal of Service award to recognize service to the people of Texas.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2055the Texas Leadership Scholars Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to participation in the Texas Leadership Scholars Program.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2064a tax exemption for inherited motor vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2065the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2066repeal of the Texas Research Incentive Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of the Texas Research Incentive Program.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2068confidentiality of property owner information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the duty of an appraisal district to keep confidential certain identifying information provided by a property owner.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2069a study of an acute psychiatric bed registry2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of a work group to conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing an acute psychiatric bed registry.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2073appraisal district property purchases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of an appraisal district to purchase, finance the purchase of, or lease real property or construct or finance the construction of improvements to real property.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2075advisory boards for state licensing programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment, powers and duties, terms, and governance of certain advisory bodies for programs administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2077the Texas Mutual Insurance Company board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the qualifications of members of the board of directors of the Texas Mutual Insurance Company.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2078composting regulation in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of composting in certain counties; authorizing a civil penalty.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2112penalties for oyster mariculture offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the punishment for certain criminal offenses related to cultivated oyster mariculture; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2121data broker regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of certain business entities that act as data brokers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2122oil and gas waste disposal permit fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to imposition of application fees for certain permits and permit amendments for the disposal of oil and gas waste.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2124the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee’s annual report2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to publication of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee's annual report.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2127assignment of retired judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law

“Relating to the assignment of certain retired and former justices and judges.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2129driving at railroad grade crossings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operation of vehicles at railroad grade crossings; increasing a criminal penalty.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2137allocation of low income housing tax credits2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the allocation of low income housing tax credits.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2139a state property interest in Palo Pinto County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Military Department to negotiate the release of a reversionary interest and certain other interests of the state in certain property in Palo Pinto County owned by the Palo Pinto County Livestock Association.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2141specialty license plates for judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to state and federal judges.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2143county law enforcement agencies and peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a county to commission certain individuals as peace officers and establish certain law enforcement agencies.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2145remote meetings of certain local development boards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the advisory body of a public improvement district and the board of directors of a reinvestment zone to hold a meeting by a telecommunication device.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2148electricity supply chain reliability2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the reliability of the electricity supply chain.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2155regulation of veterinary professionals and facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of veterinary professionals and facilities by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and the temporary administration of the board by the Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2165dismissal of child protection suits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting the dismissal of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2166testing voting tabulation equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to testing of voting tabulation equipment.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2167massage therapy licensing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of massage therapy.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2173tax certificates in property transfers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the effect of a tax certificate accompanying a transfer of certain property.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2177grants for solving violent and sexual offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a grant program to assist local law enforcement agencies in solving violent and sexual offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2180peace officer polygraph certification2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring a certification for peace officers to conduct certain polygraph examinations.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2185the bilingual education allotment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the bilingual education allotment under the public school finance system.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2196the duration of an emergency protection order2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the period during which an order for emergency protection remains in effect.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2204grant management standards for water board programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of uniform grant and contract management standards to certain Texas Water Development Board programs.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2206taxes on research and development expenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to a franchise tax credit for, and the application of sales and use taxes to, certain research and development expenses.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2216election equipment security2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to security of election system equipment.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2217election practices and procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain election practices and procedures.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2221fraudulent financing statement filings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the filing of a fraudulent financing statement in relation to certain secured transactions; authorizing the imposition of a fee.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2231waiving college admission application fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to waive fees for admission applications submitted to public institutions of higher education during certain periods.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2237severance pay for local government employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to severance pay for certain political subdivision employees.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2268loans and grants from the Texas energy fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to loans and grants awarded from the Texas energy fund.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2269enforcement actions against long-term care facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to dispute resolution for and enforcement actions against certain long-term care facilities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2284local regulation of firearms and other weapons2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to regulate certain matters related to firearms, air guns, archery equipment, and other weapons and related supplies.”

Guns & Weapons · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2306adoption cost information from child-placing agencies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of adoption cost information by a licensed child-placing agency.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2308an ibogaine clinical trial consortium2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a consortium to conduct United States Food and Drug Administration's drug development clinical trials with ibogaine to secure the administration's approval of the medication's use for treatment of opioid use disorder, co-occurring substance use disorder, and any othe”

Higher Education · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2312a Texas advisory committee on geopolitical conflict2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment and powers and duties of the Texas Advisory Committee on Geopolitical Conflict.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2314a college application portal for high school students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of an electronic platform and submission portal, known as My Texas Future, to facilitate public high school students' awareness of and application to institutions of higher education using the electronic common admission application form.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2321emissions rules during grid reliability events2025 · 89th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of emissions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality during an event affecting electric demand or grid reliability.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2332aircraft owned by the Department of Public Safety2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to aircraft owned and operated by the Department of Public Safety.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2337proxy advisory services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of the provision of proxy advisory services.”

12 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2349floodplain notice for leased dwellings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notice requirements for a leased dwelling located in a floodplain.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2351concrete plant construction under standard permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the construction of certain concrete plants under a standard permit.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2361transferring the University of Houston—Victoria to Texas A&M2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the transfer of the University of Houston--Victoria to The Texas A&M University System.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2366grants for short line railroad projects2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a grant program to fund certain short line railroad projects.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2368foreign ties in the electricity market2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2371skimmers on electronic terminals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to skimmers on electronic terminals; authorizing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2373financial exploitation using artificially generated media2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to financial exploitation or financial abuse using artificially generated media or phishing communications; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2383employment of Department of Public Safety officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the employment of certain peace officers of the Department of Public Safety.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2405continuing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles, the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee, the Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical or Mental I”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2406the Sabine River Authority of Texas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Sabine River Authority of Texas, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying term lengths and grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2407the Lower Neches Valley Authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Lower Neches Valley Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying term length grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2411business organizations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to business organizations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2419special district powers after municipal disannexation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a special district to exercise certain powers and duties following municipal disannexation of certain areas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2420app stores for mobile devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the regulation of platforms for the sale and distribution of software applications for mobile devices.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2431foreign language credit for study abroad2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring foreign language credit opportunities for students enrolled in study abroad components or programs offered by certain institutions of higher education in this state.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2443electronic delivery of licensing agency documents2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to electronic delivery of documents sent or received by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2448a rural workforce development grant program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Rural Workforce Development Grant Program.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2477converting office buildings to residential use2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain municipal regulation of conversion of certain office buildings to mixed-use and multifamily residential occupancy.”

9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2480the Texas Physician Health Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas Physician Health Program and the regulation of certain occupations by the Texas Medical Board; expanding the applicability of surcharges.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2514a hostile foreign adversaries unit at DPS2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishing the hostile foreign adversaries unit at the Department of Public Safety and training, prohibitions, and reporting requirements designed to combat foreign influence and foreign adversary operations; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2543state veterans cemeteries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the amount of certain revenue that may be used for and the location of state veterans cemeteries.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2544mediation of out-of-network health claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligibility for mediation of certain out-of-network health benefit claims.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2550disclosure rules for water rights transfers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an exemption of the transfer of certain rights in water from certain disclosure requirements applicable to the transfer of certain interests in real property.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2569police reporting on drone use2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the reporting requirement for certain law enforcement agencies regarding the agencies' use or operation of an unmanned aircraft.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2570the use of less-lethal force weapons2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a legal justification for the use of force with a less-lethal force weapon by a correctional facility guard or a peace officer.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2580law enforcement use of tracking equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the definition of a designated law enforcement office or agency for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2581jail commissaries in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the repeal of a provision governing the operation of jail commissaries in certain counties.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2587access to criminal history records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the access to and use of certain criminal history record information, to the procedure for obtaining that information, and to the correct terminology for certain licenses the issuance of which requires a criminal history background check.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2601the landowner compensation program2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the landowner compensation program.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2610business liability for data security breaches2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a limitation on civil liability of business entities in connection with a breach of system security.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2615telework at public colleges and universities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restricting telework for employees of public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 9 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2629meetings and voting in property owners’ associations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to organization of, meetings of, and voting by condominium unit owners' associations and property owners' associations.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2662enforcing drought contingency plans2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the enforcement of drought contingency plans by water and sewer utilities and the Public Utility Commission of Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2753combining early and election day voting2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Elections & Voting · 12 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2774retail trade classification for the franchise tax2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2027

“Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2776disclosures by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disclosure of certain information by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2778spending limits for emergency services district employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Adam Hinojosa (R), Senate District 27 (Corpus Christi) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the amount of an expenditure that may be paid by an emergency services district employee without board approval.”

9 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2781civil penalties for lobbyists’ political contributions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the imposition of civil penalties for certain violations with respect to political contributions and expenditures made by certain persons who engage in lobbying activities.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2790a memorial highway in Dallas and Ellis Counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 67 in Dallas and Ellis Counties as the Eddie Bernice Johnson Memorial Highway.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2798statutes of limitations for criminal offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain statutes of limitations for criminal offenses, including the statute of limitations for certain fraud offenses.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2801permits for hunting dog field trials2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a permit issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department for certain hunting dog field trials; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2807automated motor vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brent Hagenbuch (R), Senate District 30 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to motor vehicles, including automated motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2835stairway requirements in apartment buildings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to municipal regulation of stairway requirements in certain apartment buildings.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2885reclaimed water in aquifer storage projects2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of reclaimed water that has been treated to meet certain standards as part of an aquifer storage and recovery project.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2900advisory entities under the comptroller2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2925a task force on modernizing manufacturing2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Task Force on Modernizing Manufacturing.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2929removing spectators from school athletic events2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the removal of a spectator of certain school extracurricular athletic activities or competitions.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2938verifying the veteran status of inmates2025 · 89th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2964correcting defects in mail ballots2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an opportunity to correct certain defects in an early voting ballot voted by mail.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2965annexation of emergency services district territory2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to territory in an emergency services district that is annexed by a municipality.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2972expressive activities at public colleges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 11 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2986religious groups’ use of school facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to use by a religious organization of public school or institution of higher education facilities.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2995displacement of student financial aid2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the displacement of student financial aid at a public institution of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3031punishment for aggravated assault2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of aggravated assault.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 3034a memorial highway in Grimes and Montgomery Counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 249 in Grimes and Montgomery Counties as the Doug Pitcock Aggie Expressway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3037the La Cima municipal management district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of La Cima Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3039student transfers in public higher education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the transfer of students in public higher education and to transparency regarding certificate or degree program requirements.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3044a water conservation district in Presidio County2025 · 89th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of the board of directors and the powers of the Presidio County Underground Water Conservation District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3047creating municipal management districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of certain municipal management districts; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3059preservation of the Alamo complex2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (Bulverde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2027

“Relating to the preservation, maintenance, restoration, and protection of the Alamo complex and surrounding area by the Alamo Commission.”

10 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3070abolishing the Texas Lottery Commission2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

8 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2school finance and teacher pay2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law (effective dates vary by article)

“Relating to public education and public school finance.”

Public Education (K-12) · 18 record votes · 27 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 6school discipline2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 14 record votes · 18 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 9a property tax exemption for business equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 11occupational licensing reciprocity2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dade Phelan (R), House District 21 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to licensing reciprocity agreements entered into by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 12state agency audits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the review and audit of certain state agency operations.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 14nuclear energy development2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to support for the development of the nuclear energy industry.”

8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 18rural health care programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment and administration of certain programs and services providing health care services to rural counties.”

Higher Education · 9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 20the Applied Sciences Pathway program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary Gates (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing the Applied Sciences Pathway program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 21housing finance corporations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary Gates (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to housing finance corporations; authorizing a fee.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 22a tax exemption for intangible property2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of intangible personal property.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 24zoning change procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to procedures for changes to a zoning regulation or district boundary.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 26Medicaid nutrition support services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to authorizing Medicaid managed care organizations to offer nutrition support services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 27high school financial literacy courses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to courses in personal financial literacy for high school students in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 29water loss reporting by municipal utilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to water losses reported by certain municipally owned utilities to the Texas Water Development Board; authorizing administrative penalties.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 30disaster effects on local tax rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ellen Troxclair (R), House District 19 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the effect of a disaster and associated costs on the calculation of certain tax rates and the procedure for adoption of a tax rate by a taxing unit.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 33active shooter incidents at schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Don McLaughlin, Jr. (R), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 34state investments in certain countries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting the investment of state money in certain countries and in certain private business entities in those countries.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 35a first responder peer support network2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a peer support network for first responders.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 37perinatal bereavement care in hospitals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to perinatal bereavement care provided by certain hospitals, a perinatal bereavement care initiative, and a perinatal bereavement care hospital recognition program.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 39data on veteran deaths2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ray López (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to information and data regarding the incidence of veteran deaths in this state.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 40the business court2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the business court.”

9 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 42constitutional funding for higher education2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education and to the permissible uses of that money.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 43the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority and certain programs administered by the authority.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 45attorney general prosecution of human trafficking2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the duty of the attorney general to represent the state in the prosecution of the criminal offense of trafficking of persons.”

Crime & Policing · 8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 46the medical cannabis program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration.”

Crime & PolicingMarijuana & Cannabis · 7 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 47sexual assault and other sex offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to sexual assault and other sex offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 48an oilfield theft prevention unit2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of an organized oilfield theft prevention unit within the Department of Public Safety.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 49beneficial use of oil and gas waste2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the treatment and beneficial use of fluid oil and gas waste and related material, including a limitation on liability for that treatment or use.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 75written findings by magistrates2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the duty of a magistrate to make written findings in certain criminal proceedings.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 100public school instructional materials2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the purchase, adoption, and use of instructional materials by public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 101a Texas State Guard task force2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to creating the Texas State Guard Professionalization Task Force.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 102early class registration for military students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to early registration for students in military-related programs at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 103a taxing unit bond and tax database2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ellen Troxclair (R), House District 19 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of taxing unit bond, tax, and bond-related project information; providing a civil penalty.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 107a sickle cell disease registry2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lauren A. Simmons (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the sickle cell disease registry.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 108body armor used in crimes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of metal or body armor while committing certain offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 109inpatient mental health facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the construction, expansion, and operation of certain inpatient mental health facilities and the designation of residential treatment facilities for certain juveniles.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 114veteran mental health programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the transfer of functions relating to certain veteran mental health programs and plans to the Texas Veterans Commission.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 116grounds for terminating parental rights2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to grounds for the involuntary termination of the parent-child relationship.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 117an early childhood education task force2025 · 89th Legislature

By Alan Schoolcraft (R), House District 44 (McQueeney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the governor's task force on the governance of early childhood education and care.”

Public Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 119lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 120college and career readiness in public schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to college, career, and military readiness in public schools, including career and technology education programs, the Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) program, and the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program, funding for those programs under the Foundation School Program”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 121public school safety measures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the commissioning of peace officers by the Texas Education Agency, the composition of the board of directors of the Texas School Safety Center, and public school safety and security requirements and resources.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 126student athlete compensation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the compensation and professional representation of prospective student athletes and student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 127foreign adversaries at Texas universities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 128sister-city agreements with foreign countries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain sister-city agreements between governmental entities and foreign countries and communities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 130genetic information security2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to genetic information security for residents of this state; providing a civil penalty; providing a private cause of action.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 132confidentiality of foreign threat information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ray López (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of information used to prevent, detect, respond to, or investigate a hostile act of a foreign adversary of the United States.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 135a sales tax exemption for game animals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to exemptions from sales and use taxes for game animals and exotic animals.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 136Medicaid coverage for lactation consultations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for lactation consultation services.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 138the Health Impact and Coverage Analysis Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Health Impact, Cost, and Coverage Analysis Program; authorizing a fee.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 140a CPS investigations watchdog committee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law (effective dates vary by section)

“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.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 142Medicaid claim reviews and overpayments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general, the review of certain Medicaid claims, and the recovery of certain overpayments under Medicaid.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 143power lines serving well sites2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 144distribution pole inspections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to plans for the management and inspection of distribution poles.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 145risk mitigation plans for electric providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 148appraisal district board members2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the qualification of candidates for, and the training and education of members of, the board of directors of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 149artificial intelligence regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to regulation of the use of artificial intelligence systems in this state; providing civil penalties.”

7 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 150the Texas Cyber Command2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas Cyber Command and the transfer to it of certain powers and duties of the Department of Information Resources.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 163possession and use of epinephrine injectors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine delivery systems by certain entities.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 166child endangerment involving controlled substances2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to committing the criminal offense of endangering a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual by engaging in certain conduct involving a controlled substance listed in Penalty Group 1-B of the Texas Controlled Substances Act.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 171court-ordered chemical dependency treatment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the certificate of medical examination for chemical dependency and the duration of court-ordered treatment for a person with a chemical dependency.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 198firefighter cancer screenings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective June 1, 2026

“Relating to periodic health screenings for firefighters.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 201the financial crimes intelligence center2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the financial crimes intelligence center.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 206county cash bonds for pipelines2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a limitation on a county's authority to require a cash bond before approving the construction of a pipeline.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 210school board member business interests2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to contracting with a school district or open-enrollment charter school by a vendor with whom a member of the board of trustees or governing body of the district or school or a related individual has certain business interests; creating a criminal offense.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 216itemized medical bills2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to itemized billing for health care services and supplies provided by health care providers.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 223city contracts for lobbying services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to competitive requirements for a procurement by a municipality for lobbying, government relations, or similar services.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 229definitions of biological sex2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ellen Troxclair (R), House District 19 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to general definitions for and collection of governmental information regarding biological sex.”

LGBTQ-Related · 15 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 247a tax exemption for border security infrastructure2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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 ”

Immigration & BorderProperty Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 252state agency employee pay2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the payment of employment compensation by certain state agencies.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 272credit card information fraud2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of fraudulent use or possession of credit card or debit card information.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 285cruelty to nonlivestock animals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of cruelty to nonlivestock animals.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 300the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 303general-law municipality classifications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a Type A or Type B general-law municipality to change to a Type C general-law municipality.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 305pretrial hearing deadlines after competency restoration2025 · 89th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · passed both chambers, vetoed by the Governor — did not become law

“Relating to the time period for conducting pretrial hearings after a criminal defendant has been restored to competency.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 322Jobs and Education for Texans grants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 331first responder benefit claim presumptions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 334a county employee family leave pool2025 · 89th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a county employee family leave pool program.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 346franchise tax exemption for veteran-owned businesses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the fee amounts prescribed by the secretary of state for expedited commercial and business record searches or filings and the exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for veteran-owned businesses.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 353trespassing near schools and day-care centers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · passed both chambers, vetoed by the Governor — did not become law

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of trespass on or near school or day-care center property.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 367excused absences for seriously ill students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jon Rosenthal (D), House District 135 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to verification of excused absences from public school for students with severe or life-threatening illnesses.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 388a coordination of benefits questionnaire2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a uniform coordination of benefits questionnaire for health benefit plans.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 413pretrial release from jail2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jolanda 'Jo' Jones (D), House District 147 (Houston) · passed both chambers, vetoed by the Governor — did not become law

“Relating to the release of certain defendants detained in jail pending trial.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 426Medicaid coverage for cranial remolding devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Diego Bernal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to Medicaid and child health plan program coverage and reimbursement for childhood cranial remolding orthosis.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 431property owners’ association rules on solar tiles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation by a property owners' association of the installation of solar roof tiles.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 449sexually explicit deep fake media2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · passed both chambers, vetoed by the Governor — did not become law

“Relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media using deep fake technology.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 451screening children for sexual exploitation risk2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a screening for the risk of commercial sexual exploitation of certain children.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 467dissolution of the Cedar Creek Hospital District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the procedure for the dissolution of the Cedar Creek Hospital District and the disposition of district money.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 493poll watcher eligibility2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher.”

Elections & Voting · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 500supplemental state appropriations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law with line-item vetoes, effective immediately

“Relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.”

9 record votes · 17 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 517fines for discolored lawns during watering restrictions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 519honey production and packaging2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to honey production operations and the harvesting and packaging of honey and honeycomb.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 521accommodations for voters with disabilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to accommodating voters with a disability; creating a criminal offense.”

Elections & Voting · 9 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 541direct patient care by physicians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of direct patient care by physicians and health care practitioners.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 549airway clearance devices at schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the availability and use of airway clearance devices at public school campuses and to contracts for medication for respiratory distress and training at public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 551addresses on campaign finance reports2025 · 89th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to address information contained on reports of political contributions and expenditures made available on the Internet by the Texas Ethics Commission.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 554fireworks sales around Juneteenth2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Juneteenth holiday.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 581artificial sexual material harmful to minors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of artificial sexual material harmful to minors.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 621political speech rules in property owners’ associations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 630titles for outboard motors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certificates of title for certain outboard motors.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 640election office hours2025 · 89th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the office hours of an election authority during an election period.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 647driver’s license restrictions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the removal of certain restrictions imposed on driver's licenses; authorizing a fee.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 654dismissal of illegal deer hunting charges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the dismissal of a criminal charge related to the illegal hunting of certain deer; authorizing fees.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 668handgun license renewals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the renewal of a license to carry a handgun.”

Guns & Weapons · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 677elections administrators and politics2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the restrictions on political activities of a county elections administrator.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 685municipal water and sewer rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to rates established by municipalities for water or sewer service for certain entities.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 694notices about children in DFPS conservatorship2025 · 89th Legislature

By Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the notification of certain persons concerning certain events related to children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 700commercial sales-based financing disclosures2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to disclosures for certain commercial sales-based financing transactions, the effect of certain commercial sales-based financing contract provisions, and the registration of commercial sales-based financing brokers and providers; authorizing a fee and providing a civil penalty.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 705the Cosmetology Licensure Compact2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · passed both chambers, vetoed by the Governor — did not become law

“Relating to the Cosmetology Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 713maternal mortality review reporting2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

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

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 718private partnerships for student housing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting a public institution of higher education from partnering with certain private entities for the construction of a student housing facility.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 721health care cost disclosures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of certain laws requiring health care cost disclosures by health benefit plan issuers and administrators.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 742human trafficking training for first responders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to human trafficking prevention, including training for first responders, disclosure of human trafficking information by certain health care facilities, and protection for facility employees who report human trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 754human trafficking training for medical assistants2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to human trafficking prevention, including training for medical assistants, disclosure of human trafficking information by certain health care facilities, and protection for facility employees who report human trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 762severance pay for local government employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to severance pay for political subdivision employees and independent contractors.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 766ballot applications for precinct chair2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the ballot application requirements for the election of a precinct chair.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 767a memorial parkway in Montgomery County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of the portion of State Highway 249 in Montgomery County as the Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 783civil liability for online impersonation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Suleman Lalani (D), House District 76 (Sugar Land) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to civil liability for online impersonation.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 791Central Catholic High School license plates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of Central Catholic High School specialty license plates.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 793confidentiality for people under a protective order2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 824civics instruction in high school government classes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jolanda 'Jo' Jones (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the inclusion of civics instruction in public school government curriculum requirements for high school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 851reporting multiple homestead tax breaks2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“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.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 879health care licensing for military veterans2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing of certain military veterans as health care providers.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 908faster missing-child reporting2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the reporting by law enforcement agencies of missing children to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 912paying rooftop solar owners outside ERCOT2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to the compensation of a distributed renewable generation owner in certain areas outside of ERCOT.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 913state hospital names and management2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain state hospital names and the management of state hospitals.”

Guns & Weapons · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 923the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cassandra Garcia Hernandez (D), House District 115 (Farmers Branch) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1022four-year degrees at Rio Grande College2025 · 89th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the course levels offered at Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1024warrants for parole violations involving electronic monitoring2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the execution of a warrant issued for certain releasees who violate a condition of parole or mandatory supervision related to the electronic monitoring of the releasee.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1041life insurance interest for disability caregivers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the insurable interest of certain persons providing care to individuals with disabilities in the life of those individuals.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1052out-of-state telemedicine coverage2025 · 89th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage of telemedicine, teledentistry, and telehealth appointments with an originating site or distant site located outside this state.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1056gold and silver as legal tender2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mark Dorazio (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the recognition of gold and silver specie as legal tender and the establishment of a transactional currency based on gold and silver; authorizing a fee.”

8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1089a gulf coast protection account2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to creation of the gulf coast protection account to be administered by the General Land Office.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1094transportation protection agreements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of transportation protection agreements.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1105tuition exemptions for paramedics2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sheryl Cole (D), House District 46 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the exemption of tuition and laboratory fees at public institutions of higher education for certain paramedics.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1106the definitions of child abuse and neglect2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the definitions of child abuse and neglect.”

LGBTQ-Related · 11 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1109a motor fuel tax exemption for counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · became law without the Governor’s signature

“Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for counties in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1130liability for cavern injuries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carrie Isaac (R), House District 73 (Wimberley) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to liability of a cavern entity for injuries arising from certain activities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1151child neglect and parental rights termination2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1178temporary certificates for out-of-state educators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a temporary educator certificate for educators certified by other states.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1188disability services information for special education parents2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of information regarding a local intellectual and developmental disability authority to the parents or guardians of certain special education students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1193confidentiality of informal marriage declarations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain information on a declaration of informal marriage.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1211tuition exemptions for former foster youth2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain students who were under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1234denials of handgun license applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain procedures required for the denial of certain applications for a license to carry a handgun.”

Guns & Weapons · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1237renewal of expired environmental licenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the renewal by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain expired occupational licenses and registrations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1238inspections of proposed injection wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class I injection well.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1240government operations in the border region2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to certain governmental operations affecting the border region.”

Immigration & Border · 8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1242the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 as the Ernesto Soliz Cantu Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1244open-space land appraisals after a transfer2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer to a person who uses the land in materially the same way as the former owner and to late applications for such appraisal filed by the new owner of the land.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1261abandoned property seized by police2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disposition of abandoned or unclaimed property seized by a peace officer.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1275dairy farm permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance of permits for bovine producer dairy farms in certain areas of this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1306benefit claims by death investigators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by a death investigation professional.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1314price estimates at health care facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to price estimates and billing requirements for certain health care facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1318water service in annexed areas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a certificate of public convenience and necessity to provide water or sewer service in an area incorporated or annexed by a municipality.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1327a Harris County hospital provider program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of a health care provider participation program by the Harris County Hospital District.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1392property tax deadlines when offices close2025 · 89th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the postponement of the delinquency date for a payment of ad valorem taxes imposed by a taxing unit if the office of the collector for the taxing unit is closed on the delinquency date.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1393daylight saving time2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to daylight saving time.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1397display of the victory or death letter2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the care, custody, and display of the letter known as the victory or death letter, the Texas Constitution, and the Texas Declaration of Independence.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1399a tax exemption for animal feed2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1403firearm information in foster homes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the collection and confidentiality of information regarding firearms in agency foster homes; creating a civil penalty.”

Guns & Weapons · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1422sex offense penalties and victims’ rights2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the rights of victims of sexual assault and other sex offenses, the offense of continuous sexual abuse, and the prosecution, punishment, and collateral consequences of certain sex offenses; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties; changing the eligibility for community”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1443child-like sex dolls2025 · 89th Legislature

By Nate Schatzline (R), House District 93 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of promotion or possession of a child-like sex doll.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1445pay for court-appointed defense lawyers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hernandez (D) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the compensation of counsel appointed to provide representation and services to indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile proceedings.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1458armed security officers at public schools2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the armed security officers required to be present at public schools and the appointment of reserve police officers by a school district police department.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1465invasive visual recording offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of invasive visual recording and the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to that offense.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1481student personal communication devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Fairly (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to school district and open-enrollment charter school policies regarding student use of personal communication devices.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1500the Department of Information Resources2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

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

Higher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1506handgun licenses for retired judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of a license to carry a handgun to certain retired county court judges.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1520the Angelina and Neches River Authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Angelina and Neches River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1522open meetings notices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notice of a meeting held under the open meetings law.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1532a Lake Houston dredging district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1533the property tax appraisal system2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the system for appraising property for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1535the Trinity River Authority of Texas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Trinity River Authority of Texas, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1545the sunset review process2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1562massage student permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hernandez (D) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to massage student permits.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1584priority facilities for electric utilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of a list of priority facilities by electric utilities.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1586school immunization exemptions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an exemption from required immunizations for school enrollment.”

Public Education (K-12) · 11 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1592a plant and wildlife pest alert system2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

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

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1593a firefighter suicide prevention advisory committee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an advisory committee to study suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1606notice about vegetation management near power lines2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notice provided to a retail electric customer of the procedure for requesting vegetation management near a transmission or distribution line.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1610revision of the Code of Criminal Procedure2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective April 1, 2027

“Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, including conforming amendments.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1612direct payment for hospital care2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to direct payment for certain health care provided by a hospital.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1615water and wastewater district law revisions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective April 1, 2027

“Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including a conforming amendment.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1620nonsubstantive corrections to the state codes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 88th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1629fireworks sales in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to fireworks sales to the public by retail fireworks permit holders in certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1633groundwater district permit criteria2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1639a study of cancer in female firefighters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a study on the increased incidence of cancer in female firefighters in this state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1661election supplies and election procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to election supplies and the conduct of elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1672appeals of motor carrier decisions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appeal of certain actions by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles related to motor carriers.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1689use of groundwater export fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of certain groundwater export fees collected by a groundwater conservation district.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1700telemedicine and telehealth records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Fairly (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain records of a health professional providing a telemedicine medical service, teledentistry dental service, or telehealth service.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1708a memorial highway in Ector County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 302 in Ector County as the Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1729term limits for Port Freeport commissioners2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a limitation on the number of terms a person may serve as a commissioner of Port Freeport.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1732massage therapy regulation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hernandez (D) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of massage therapy.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1734transfer of parent-child case files2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the transfer of court files in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship in which continuing, exclusive jurisdiction is transferred.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1778human trafficking and related offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to human trafficking, prostitution, and child pornography and to the prosecution of sexual or assaultive offenses or the prosecution of a failure to stop or report those offenses; amending and harmonizing certain statute of limitations provisions; creating a criminal offense; increasing a c”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1828legislative leave for correctional officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to legislative leave for correctional officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1851surplus police vehicles for school districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disposition of certain surplus motor vehicles and other law enforcement equipment by the Texas Facilities Commission to certain school districts.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1866police authority for National Park Service officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the state law enforcement authority of federal National Park Service law enforcement officers.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1868a study of dual credit course funding2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on changes to performance tier funding for dual credit or dual enrollment courses under the public junior college state finance program and the capacity of the state's workforce to teach dual credit or dual enrollment courses.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1871punishment for attempted capital murder of officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Dyson (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1875a study of veterans cemeteries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a study by the General Land Office regarding veterans cemeteries in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1893license plate numbers in police video2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disclosure under the public information law of a motor vehicle license plate number captured in a video recording obtained or maintained by a law enforcement agency.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1894Veterans Month2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to designating November as Veterans Month.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1899required age for fireworks display permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Oscar Longoria (D), House District 35 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the required age for a license or permit relating to the conduct of a public fireworks display.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1902the crime of jugging2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of jugging.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1916dividing property missed in a divorce2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the jurisdiction of a court in a suit to divide certain property not divided or awarded on the dissolution of a marriage.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1922deadlines for construction liability claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the accrual of a cause of action for purposes of certain laws governing certain construction liability claims.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1950a municipal court security and technology fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the consolidated municipal court security and technology fund in certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1960a memorial highway in San Benito2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 345 in San Benito as the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1965a study of veterans’ mental health services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Josey Garcia (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on mental health services provided to veterans through the Texas Veterans Commission.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1973proof of a child’s parents in court2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to proof of the identity of a child's parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1991charges for city-owned utility services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to information regarding certain charges for services provided by municipally owned utility systems.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2000sex offender registration for child grooming2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of child grooming.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2001penalties for misuse of official information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for certain misuse of official information, including misuse of official information that results in certain net pecuniary gains.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2003information about high-speed rail projects2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to provision to the Texas Department of Transportation of information regarding certain high-speed rail projects.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2011repurchasing condemned property with delinquent taxes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the right to repurchase from a condemning entity certain real property for which ad valorem taxes are delinquent.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2012county rules for roadside vendors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to regulation by certain counties of roadside or parking lot vendors and solicitors.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2014elections for the Somervell County Hospital District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Helen Kerwin (R), House District 58 (Glen Rose) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Somervell County Hospital District.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2017penalties for intoxication manslaughter2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

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

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2018the Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2025the filing of subdivision plats2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the filing for record of a plat, replat, or amended plat or replat of a subdivision of real property or a condominium.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2026a memorial highway in Archer County2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 25 in Archer County as the U.S. Army Gary C. and U.S.M.C. Gary S. Johnston Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2027tax abatements in the Port Freeport district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Brazoria County Commissioners Court to execute tax abatement agreements for property within the Port Freeport district.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2029safety inspections for travel trailers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to vehicle safety inspections of certain travel trailers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2035notice when a minor is refused treatment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to notice provided by a chemical dependency treatment facility to the parent, managing conservator, or guardian of a minor refused admission to the facility.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2037tenant repair requests and security deposits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to repairs made pursuant to a residential or manufactured home tenant's notice of intent to repair and the provision of notice regarding a residential or manufactured home tenant's security deposit.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2038medical licenses and insured provider choice2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance by the Texas Medical Board of certain licenses to practice medicine and the authority of an insured to select certain license holders under the insured's health policy; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2061a memorial bridge in Montgomery County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janis Holt (R), House District 18 (Silsbee) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 242 in Montgomery County as the Lance Corporal Armando Hernandez Memorial Bridge.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2067cancellation of insurance policies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2071medical specialty consultations in child abuse cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain policies and procedures for health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2073penalties for violating certain court orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain violations of certain court orders or conditions of bond in cases involving family violence, child abuse or neglect, sexual assault or abuse, indecent assault, stalking, or trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2078groundwater management area planning2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the joint planning of desired future conditions in groundwater management areas.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2080TCEQ review of groundwater districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the review of the duties of a groundwater conservation district by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2081the Building Better Futures Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Building Better Futures Program to support educational and occupational skills training opportunities and support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at public and private institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2128a study of rural firefighting capabilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study of rural firefighting and technical rescue service capabilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2143a memorial highway in Montgomery County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 1097 in Montgomery County as the Army Specialist Joey Lenz Memorial Highway.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2187hospital staffing reports and nurse protections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to hospital staffing report and complaint processes and to retaliation and mandatory overtime protections for nurses.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2193a study of veterans benefits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a study by the Texas Veterans Commission regarding the provision of veterans benefits in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2198a memorial highway in Kaufman County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 34 in Kaufman County as the Officer Jacob Candanoza Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2213the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2217bullet-resistant equipment for police vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trey Wharton (R), House District 12 (Huntsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishing a grant program to equip motor vehicles used by peace officers with certain bullet-resistant components.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2221life and health insurance trade practices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain trade practices related to life insurance, annuity contracts, and accident and health coverage.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2240void marriages2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain void marriages.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2253canceling bond elections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority to cancel certain elections on a measure to authorize the issuance of bonds.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2254insurer contracts with health care providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain health care services contract arrangements entered into by insurers and health care providers.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2259early voting ballot application instructions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the instructions for an application form for an early voting ballot.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2273delegation of a county judge’s authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the delegation of certain authority of a county judge in certain counties.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2282the fee for executing an arrest warrant2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the amount of the reimbursement fee paid by a defendant for a peace officer's services in executing or processing an arrest warrant, capias, or capias pro fine.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2286interior designer registration renewal2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the renewal of a certificate of registration by certain interior designers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2293Sweeny Hospital District board elections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the election of the members of the board of directors of the Sweeny Hospital District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2294reimbursement rates in Texas Rising Star2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to reimbursement rates for child-care providers participating in the Texas Rising Star Program.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2306parole eligibility for trafficking offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to changing the eligibility for release on parole of certain inmates serving sentences for trafficking offenses involving child victims and disabled individuals.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2310early learning for young children with disabilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of early learning and educational opportunities for young children with disabilities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2313municipal tax revenue for qualified projects2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2340child custody evaluators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the qualifications, communications, and recordkeeping of a child custody evaluator and the admissibility of a child custody evaluation under certain circumstances.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2348video depositions of elderly or disabled witnesses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the video recording of a deposition taken of the testimony of certain elderly or disabled persons in a criminal case.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2350standing in parent-child relationship suits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to standing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2355crime victims’ compensation application information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Fairly (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disclosure or release of certain information received by the attorney general regarding an application for compensation from the crime victims' compensation fund.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2402Medicaid fees and rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the determination of fees, charges, and rates for certain benefits under Medicaid.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2407penalties for sex offender registration violations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the failure of certain sex offenders to comply with sex offender registration requirements.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2415a memorial highway in Travis County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sheryl Cole (D), House District 46 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 969 in Travis County as the Senior Police Officer Lewis "Andy" Traylor Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2421dissolution of the Save Historic Muny District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the date of dissolution of the Save Historic Muny District.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2434service credit in the Employees Retirement System2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the purchase of service credit by certain members of the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2440state restrictions on motor vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pat Curry (R), House District 56 (Waco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a state agency or the state's air quality state implementation plan to impose certain restrictions with respect to a motor vehicle, including a motor vehicle powered by an engine.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2457the Molly Mullens Mile in Wilbarger County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 287 in Wilbarger County as the Molly Mullens Mile.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2464municipal regulation of home-based businesses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate a home-based business.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2467pay for state fire marshal officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the compensation and benefits for certain peace officers commissioned by the state fire marshal.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2468public improvement district notice in property sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the right of a purchaser to terminate a contract of purchase and sale of real property for failure to provide notice that the property is located in a public improvement district.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2488remote workers’ compensation hearings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to conducting certain contested case hearings under the Texas workers' compensation system by remote communication.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2492holding family violence arrestees after bond2025 · 89th Legislature

By Rhetta Bowers (D), House District 113 (Rowlett) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the period for which a person arrested for certain crimes involving family violence may be held after bond is posted.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2495parent rights in school enrollment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain rights of a child or a parent or the sole managing conservator of a child in relation to the child's enrollment in school.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2508a homestead exemption for veterans’ surviving spouses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2510unlicensed assisted living facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to assisted living facility operations and provision of certain services to assisted living facility residents without a license; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2512release from municipal extraterritorial jurisdiction2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the release of certain areas from a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction by petition or election.”

7 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2513paid military leave for firefighters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a paid leave of absence for public employees serving as fire protection personnel who are engaged in certain military service.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2516Medicare supplement plans for people under 652025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2517taxes on the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Barry (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of premium and maintenance taxes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and Texas FAIR Plan Association.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2518installment payments for windstorm insurance premiums2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Barry (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of installment premium payment plans on Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2522fingerprinting for dealer distinguishing numbers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fingerprinting requirements for the issuance of dealer general distinguishing numbers to certain persons.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2523a memorial highway in Cameron County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 48 in Cameron County as the Deputy Constable Ruben Garcia Memorial Highway.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2524fees and costs in family law cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the recovery of fees, court costs, and expenses in family law proceedings.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2525a property tax exemption for senior housing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by a charitable organization that is engaged in providing housing and related facilities and services to persons who are at least 62 years of age.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2529state salary supplements for county judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the annual state salary supplement for certain county judges.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2530special appointments in parent-child suits2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2559municipal development moratoriums2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the imposition by a municipality of a moratorium on property development in certain circumstances.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2560the Adopt-a-County Road program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joanne Shofner (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creation of the Adopt-a-County Road program.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2563a self-insurance pool for prescribed burn managers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to establishment of the temporary certified and insured prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool; authorizing a fee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2564Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the evaluation of Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant applications.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2593criminal penalties for indecent assault2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of indecent assault against a disabled or elderly individual.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2594venue for theft prosecutions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the venue for the prosecution of certain criminal conduct involving theft.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2596protective orders in burglary cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of certain protective orders for certain burglary offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2598licensed school psychologists2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a school psychologist licensed under the Occupations Code.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2607the Walker County Hospital District board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trey Wharton (R), House District 12 (Huntsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the terms of the members of the board of hospital managers and leasing authority of the Walker County Hospital District.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2637grand jury and petit jury service2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the practice and procedures for summoning prospective grand jurors and petit jurors and the exemption of certain persons from grand jury and petit jury service.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2655regional health plans for small employers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to operation by certain nonprofit organizations of certain regional health care programs for employees of small employers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2663deadline extensions for plugging inactive wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the affirmation required to be made by an operator as part of an application to the Railroad Commission of Texas for an extension of the deadline for plugging an inactive well; providing an administrative penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2674regulation of home school programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting the regulation of home school programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2686registration of frac tanks2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the registration of frac tanks; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2688municipal public retirement systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the public retirement systems of certain municipalities.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2692the San Antonio River Authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the San Antonio River Authority.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2697bond forfeiture procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain procedures in connection with a bond forfeiture.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2703American Patriotism Month2025 · 89th Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to designating July as American Patriotism Month.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2712test years for water utility rates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to test years used for ratemaking purposes by certain water and sewer utilities.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2713repeal of a municipal civil service system2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of a municipal civil service system for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2715removal of local officials from office2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pat Curry (R), House District 56 (Waco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the removal from office of certain officers of political subdivisions.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2723tax exemption applications for burial property2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the requirement that a person submit an application for an exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain property used for human burial.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2730homestead exemption reapplication requirements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2731regulation of roadside vendors in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of roadside vendors and solicitors in certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2733prosecution of barratry and client solicitation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offenses of prohibited barratry and solicitation of professional employment.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2742split payment of property taxes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the split-payment of ad valorem taxes.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2756crisis training for correctional officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to training on de-escalation, crisis intervention, and behavioral health for correctional officers and certain other employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2757school admission age for foreign military children2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a public school policy for establishing age for purposes of admission into the school for certain children of foreign military members.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2760judicial review of unemployment benefit decisions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to judicial review of a Texas Workforce Commission decision in an unemployment compensation proceeding.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2761prosecution of human trafficking offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offenses of trafficking of persons, continuous trafficking of persons, and compelling prostitution.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2763a named TxDOT facility in Starr County2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the designation of a Texas Department of Transportation building in Starr County as the Eduardo "Eddie" Gracia, Jr., P.E., Area Engineer and Maintenance Facility.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2765the Rural Economic Development and Investment Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Rural Economic Development and Investment Program and the Texas economic development fund.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2768an information technology apprenticeship credential2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the development of a state information technology apprenticeship credential offered by public junior colleges or public technical institutes to address shortages in the state information resources workforce.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2775the I-27 Advisory Committee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the composition of the I-27 Advisory Committee.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2788unemployment fraud detection information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure of certain fraud detection information obtained in the administration of the unemployment compensation system.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2789child welfare and child-care licensing2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of child welfare, including licensure, community-based care contractors, family homes, and child-care facilities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2791vocational rehabilitation services contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to powers and duties of the Texas Workforce Commission with respect to the procurement of goods and services for the provision of vocational rehabilitation services.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2802municipal firefighter retirement systems2025 · 89th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2809reporting suicide attempts by foster youth2025 · 89th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2818the state artificial intelligence division2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the artificial intelligence division within the Department of Information Resources.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2820charitable bingo operating capital limits2025 · 89th Legislature

By AJ Louderback (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the maximum amount of operating capital retained in a licensed authorized organization's charitable bingo account.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2842lethal control of white-tailed deer2025 · 89th Legislature

By Erin Zwiener (D), House District 45 (Driftwood) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the control by lethal means of white-tailed deer in certain areas.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2844regulation of food service establishments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“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.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2851a consolidated nursing school application2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to including nursing school applications in a consolidated application service.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2853student union fees at UT El Paso2025 · 89th Legislature

By Vince Perez (D), House District 77 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to student union building fees at The University of Texas at El Paso.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2854hospital visits by parolees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the required approval of certain hospital visits as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision for certain releasees and to the hospital's liability for damages resulting from those visits.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2856a study of clinical training placements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of implementing a statewide system for coordinating clinical training placements.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2884financial disclosures in defense contractor lawsuits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the required disclosure of certain financial relationships in civil actions regarding the activities of United States defense contractors.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2885local option elections on alcohol sales2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages.”

Elections & Voting · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2890an interstate compact for liquefied natural gas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an interstate compact for the liquefied natural gas industry.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2894state aid for disabled veteran tax relief2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2898requirements for meteorological evaluation towers2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requirements for certain meteorological evaluation towers.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2960choice of law in construction contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2963repair of digital electronic equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2970the Gulf Coast Protection District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the management and operation of the Gulf Coast Protection District.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3000grants for rural ambulance providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a grant program to provide financial assistance to qualified ambulance service providers in certain rural counties.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3005payments under construction contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the payment of funds under certain construction contracts.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3010the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3012the driving safety course fee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the fee for a driving safety course.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3016damage waivers on rental vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the circumstances in which a rental company may void a damage waiver for a rental vehicle.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3033grants for nonprofits supporting DPS employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a grant program for nonprofit organizations supporting employees of the Department of Public Safety; authorizing voluntary contributions.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3041college enrollment for nontraditional secondary students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“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.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3053local firearm buyback programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Wes Virdell (R), House District 53 (Brady) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to municipal and county firearm buyback programs.”

Guns & Weapons · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3057insurance coverage for CAR T-cell therapy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage for chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3062fentanyl awareness education for college students2025 · 89th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness education for students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3071cancellation of solid waste disposal permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3073prosecution of sexual assault2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of sexual assault.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3088Parks and Wildlife resale purchasing2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Parks and Wildlife Department to procure goods and services related to items for resale by the department.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3092permits for electric transmission lines2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a certificate of public convenience and necessity to construct an electric transmission line.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3093tax rates during appraisal appeals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit for a year in which a property owner provides notice that the owner intends to appeal an order of an appraisal review board determining a protest by the owner regarding the appraisal of the owner's property.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3096Profound Autism Awareness Day2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to designating March 17 as Profound Autism Awareness Day.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3104a bailiff in Webb County district courts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Don McLaughlin, Jr. (R), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the appointment and compensation of a bailiff appointed by the judges of certain district courts in Webb County.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3112open records for cybersecurity information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the application of the open meetings law and public information law to government information related to certain cybersecurity measures.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3114the view of the State Capitol2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the view of the State Capitol.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3126the school employees group coverage program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the election of certain entities to participate in the uniform group coverage program for active school employees; imposing a fee.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3133reports of explicit deepfakes on social media2025 · 89th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to user reports of explicit deep fake material on social media platforms.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3135license plates for retired firefighters2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for retired firefighters.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3146State Office of Administrative Hearings procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain hearings conducted by the State Office of Administrative Hearings.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3151expedited Medicaid credentialing for health center providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to expedited credentialing of certain federally qualified health center providers by Medicaid managed care organizations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3153hiring rules for staff working with children2025 · 89th Legislature

By Helen Kerwin (R), House District 58 (Glen Rose) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to hiring and employment requirements for persons in direct contact with children at certain facilities.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3159a severance tax exemption for restimulated wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to a severance tax exemption for oil and gas produced from certain previously inactive restimulation wells; providing a civil penalty.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3161contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to member contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3180disclosure requests in family law cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the contents of a request for disclosure in a civil action brought under the Family Code.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3181enforcing child custody and visitation orders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the enforcement of a court order for possession of or access to a child and related order modifications.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3185cybercrime investigations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to investigations of certain cybercrimes.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3204Sam Houston State University’s Polytechnic College2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Polytechnic College at Sam Houston State University, including the college's eligibility to participate in certain programs.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3211vision care benefits and optometrists2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to vision care benefits, including participation of optometrists and therapeutic optometrists in vision care or managed care plans.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3214master plumber licenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keresa Richardson (R), House District 61 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to eligibility for a master plumber license.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3228wind and solar lease agreements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the inclusion of certain provisions in lease agreements for wind or solar power facilities.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3229recycling of renewable energy components2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to recycling of certain renewable energy components; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3233patient data held by pharmacy benefit managers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to patient data maintained by pharmacy benefit managers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3234local regulation of county-owned buildings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate construction and renovation of structures owned by certain counties.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3248peace officers at defense base development authorities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to employ and commission peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3250regulation of real estate appraisers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3254State Board of Education member benefits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terri Leo Wilson (R), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of members of the State Board of Education and their dependents to participate in the state employees group benefits program.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3260the Texas apprenticeship grant program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs Grant Program.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3284a Texas Commission on Marriage and Family2025 · 89th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Marriage and Family.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3307continuing education for appraisal arbitrators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to the continuing education required in order for a person to renew the person's agreement with the comptroller of public accounts to serve as an arbitrator in an appeal through binding arbitration of an appraisal review board order determining a protest.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3333discharge permits in certain river segments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain river segments and drainage areas.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3348county health care provider participation programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program in certain counties.”

4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3370timber land appraisal after an owner’s death2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“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.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3372personal services by school district administrators2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting certain personal services performed by school district administrators; providing a civil penalty.”

Public Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3376dementia training for guardians2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to training on Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and related disorders for certain guardians.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3388group property and casualty insurance2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to group property and casualty insurance policies.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3421decedents’ estates and probate courts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to decedents' estates and other matters involving probate courts.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3424property taxes on heavy equipment inventory2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the ad valorem taxation of certain dealer's heavy equipment inventory.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3425unlawful disclosure of home addresses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses involving the unlawful disclosure of a residence address or telephone number.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3441vaccine manufacturer liability2025 · 89th Legislature

By Shelley Luther (R), House District 62 (Tom Bean) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the liability of vaccine manufacturers that advertise a harmful vaccine.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3463theft of service prosecutions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of theft of service.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3464penalties for contraband in correctional facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry Meza (D), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for the offenses of providing or possessing with the intent to provide an alcoholic beverage, a controlled substance, or a dangerous drug to a person in the custody of a correctional facility, taking an alcoholic beverage, a controlled substance, or a da”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3474public pension investment reporting2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the evaluation and reporting of investment practices and performance of certain public retirement systems.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3479the Rio Grande vegetative management program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Morgan (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Rio Grande vegetative management program.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3486a sales tax deduction for Texas oysters2025 · 89th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2025

“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.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3487a tax deduction for oyster shell recycling2025 · 89th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2025

“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.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3505health care provider participation districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation and operation of a health care provider participation district created by certain local governments to administer a health care provider participation program.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3510the Sergeant Mark Butler Memorial Highway2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trey Wharton (R), House District 12 (Huntsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 6 in Brazos County as the Sergeant Mark Butler Memorial Highway.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3512AI training for government employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to artificial intelligence training programs for certain employees and officials of state agencies and local governments.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3513the Moore County Juvenile Board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Fairly (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the composition, duties, and personnel of the Moore County Juvenile Board.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3516public records of administrative law judges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Dyson (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3526transparency for local government bonds2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fiscal transparency for bonds issued by local governmental entities.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3546school board election dates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of an independent school district to change the date of the general election for officers.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3556tall structures near national wildlife refuges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the construction of structures exceeding a certain height in certain counties containing national wildlife refuges and in adjacent counties.”

10 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3560licensing of mental health facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Katrina Pierson (R), House District 33 (Rockwall) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the licensing of mental hospitals and mental health facilities and the definition of facility for the purposes of the employee misconduct registry.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3575ballot filings for appraisal district candidates2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the filing of a campaign treasurer appointment and an application for a place on the ballot by a candidate for the board of directors of an appraisal district.”

Elections & VotingProperty Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3594retiree health care for firefighters and police2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration of a retirement health care plan for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3595emergency plans for assisted living facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Barry (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an emergency preparedness and contingency operations plan, including temperature regulation, for assisted living facility residents during an emergency; providing penalties.”

9 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3597hearings on residential child-care facility licenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to public hearing requirements for issuing a license for or expanding certain residential child-care facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3611penalties for signs along public roads2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pat Curry (R), House District 56 (Waco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the civil penalty for certain signs placed on the right-of-way of a public road.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3619surface owner rights at plugged wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the rights and liabilities of the owner of the surface estate of the tract of land on which a well to be plugged or replugged by the Railroad Commission of Texas is located.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3623bidding for state agency purchases2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the manner of solicitation of bids for certain purchases by the comptroller of public accounts and state agencies.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3627State Board of Education chair’s staff2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to allowing the chair of the State Board of Education to employ personnel to assist in performing the board's duties.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3629sex offenders on school boards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting a person required to register as a sex offender from serving as a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3642memorial highways and highway signs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3680subdivision plat requirements in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Erin Elizabeth Gámez (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to subdivision plat requirements in certain counties; authorizing a fee; authorizing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & BorderProperty Taxes · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3686ID cards for retired peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the information included on an identification card issued to certain retired peace and law enforcement officers.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3687certification for county fire marshals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certification requirements for a fire marshal and any related employee, officer, inspector, and investigator appointed by certain counties and emergency services districts.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3689funding for the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association2025 · 89th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to funding of excess losses and operating expenses of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; authorizing an assessment; authorizing a surcharge.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3697wording on mail ballot applications2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the text on an application for a ballot to be voted by mail.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3698reemployment services for unemployment benefits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to participation in reemployment services as a condition of eligibility for unemployment benefits.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3699initial unemployment claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to initial claims under the unemployment compensation system.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3700fraud in Texas Workforce Commission programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“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.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3711investigations of open meetings offenses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to assistance in the investigation of certain open meetings offenses by the open records division of the attorney general's office.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3732fire department compliance with state standards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to compliance by a fire department with certain minimum standards adopted by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3745crime victims’ compensation2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to crime victims' compensation.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3749regulation of elective IV therapy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of the provision of elective intravenous therapy.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3751a property transfer from TxDOT to DPS2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the transfer of certain real property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the Texas Department of Public Safety.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3783court-ordered counseling in parent-child cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to court-ordered counseling in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3788municipal hospital authorities2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operations of municipal hospital authorities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3800a health care workforce advisory board2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an advisory board established to develop a resource guide that facilitates collaboration in identifying and addressing local health care workforce needs.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3801the Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of the Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council and a workgroup on nursing career pathways and the abolition of the statewide health coordinating council and the nursing advisory committee of that council.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3803perpetual care cemetery financial records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality and disclosure of certain financial information of perpetual care cemeteries and perpetual care trust funds.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3804regulation of state banks2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of state banks.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3805banking commissioner enforcement over money services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain enforcement powers of the banking commissioner regarding the regulation of money services businesses.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3806state trust companies under supervision2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibited activities of a state trust company under supervision.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3809removal of battery energy storage facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the removal of battery energy storage facilities.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3810the Rose City Municipal Utility District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Daniel Alders (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the dissolution of the Rose City Municipal Utility District.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3812health plan preauthorization requirements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to health benefit plan preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and the direction of utilization review by physicians.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3824fire safety at battery storage facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to fire safety standards and emergency operations plans for the operation of battery energy storage facilities; providing administrative penalties.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3833regulation of money services businesses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of money services businesses.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3848elevator inspection reports and fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hernandez (D) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the electronic submission of inspection reports and filing fees for the inspection of elevators, escalators, and related equipment.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3866intermediate bulk container recycling facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the installation and operation of intermediate bulk container recycling facilities; authorizing a fee.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3909wireless devices at polling places2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the use of a wireless communication device at a polling place.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3923state jobs without a bachelor’s degree2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to state employment opportunities for individuals who do not hold a bachelor's degree.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3928online notice of towed vehicles2025 · 89th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to providing notice of a vehicle towed to a vehicle storage facility by publication on a third-party Internet website.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3940Medicaid information for newborns2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of certain information about Medicaid benefits in relation to newborn children.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3963an early childhood data system2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an early childhood integrated data system.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3966commercial bus operator notices to residents2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christina Morales (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring owners or operators of commercial passenger bus services to provide certain notifications to residents concerning operations.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3986the Corporal Speedy Espericueta Memorial Highway2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 83 in Mission as the Corporal Speedy Espericueta Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4042safety rules for gas distribution pipelines2025 · 89th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the applicability of certain safety provisions and regulatory fees administered by the Railroad Commission of Texas to gas distribution pipelines.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4044university spending eligible for tax credits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to certain expenditures by public institutions of higher education and university systems that are eligible for certain tax credits.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4063unilateral memorandums of contract on residential property2025 · 89th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the filing and release of record of a unilateral memorandum of contract concerning residential property.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4070orthodontic devices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the sale, design, and manufacture of orthodontic devices.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4076organ transplants and vaccination status2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of vaccination status.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4081sealing documents containing trade secrets2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the sealing of certain documents alleged to contain trade secrets.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4099physical therapy without a referral2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4112high-level radioactive waste storage2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the disposal or storage of high-level radioactive waste.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4129single source continuum contractor contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Aicha Davis (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the contract requirements for a contract between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4134convenience fees for electronic vehicle payments2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a convenience fee for processing electronic payments for motor vehicles.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4144benefits for retired firefighters and officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to supplemental benefits for retired firefighters and peace officers diagnosed with certain diseases or illnesses.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4145timely billing in personal injury claims2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Dyson (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the timely billing of health care services related to a personal injury claim.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4157liability for commercial space flight2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to liability protections for commercial space flight and exploration.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4158pay for Texana Groundwater Conservation District directors2025 · 89th Legislature

By AJ Louderback (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the compensation of the directors of the Texana Groundwater Conservation District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4163city rules on agricultural operations2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of a city to impose certain governmental requirements on an agricultural operation.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4170lawsuits over private transfer fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to venue in certain actions involving private transfer fees for real property.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4187the Texas Historical Commission’s authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority and responsibilities of the Texas Historical Commission; authorizing fees.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4202proof of identity for acknowledgments2025 · 89th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to proof of identity of a person making an acknowledgment of a written instrument.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4205pay for county law enforcement personnel2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to compensation and employment benefits for law enforcement personnel in certain counties.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4211entity ownership of residential property2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain residential property interests controlled by certain entities.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4214contact addresses for public information requests2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pat Curry (R), House District 56 (Waco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public access to the mailing address and electronic mail address designated by a governmental body to receive a request for public information under the public information law.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4215regulation of delivery network companies2025 · 89th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of delivery network companies; requiring an occupational permit; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4219responses to public information requests2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4224consumer access to health records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to information regarding consumer access to health care records.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4226vehicle tax exemption for food banks2025 · 89th Legislature

By Penny Morales Shaw (D), House District 148 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to exemptions from the taxes imposed on the sale, use, or rental of a motor vehicle for a vehicle purchased, used, or rented by a nonprofit food bank or a provider of housing and related services.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4230the Bicentennial hike and bike trail2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment of a hike and bike trail to be known as the Bicentennial Trail.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4236a study group on school property values2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trey Martinez Fischer (D), House District 116 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of a study group to evaluate the school district property value study conducted by the comptroller of public accounts.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4238debt collection after identity theft2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the collection of consumer debt incurred by certain individuals as a result of identity theft.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4263Texas Juvenile Justice Department employee grievances2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the procedures and practices of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department regarding grievances submitted by department employees and former department employees and to the eligibility of a person to be appointed to the department's release review panel and the authority of a panel member.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4264grants for master certified peace officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to creation of a grant program for certain peace officers who hold a master proficiency certificate.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4281lawsuits over fraudulent crowdfunding2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a civil cause of action for fraudulent crowdfunding.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4285alcohol storage under passenger transportation permits2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the storage of alcoholic beverages by the holder of a passenger transportation permit.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4310board members’ access to public information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4325civil liability for barratry2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to civil liability for prohibited barratry.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4341critical infrastructure emergency response maps2025 · 89th Legislature

By Don McLaughlin, Jr. (R), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to critical infrastructure facility emergency response maps and the critical infrastructure emergency response map grant program.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4344criminal history access by the PUC2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hernandez (D) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to access to and use of criminal history record information by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4350personal information in property records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the omission or redaction of certain personal information from certain real property records.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4361emergency alerts at public universities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlene Ward Johnson (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing policies regarding the timely issuance of emergency notifications at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4370projects by public improvement and utility districts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the projects undertaken by a public improvement district, municipal management district, water control and improvement district, fresh water supply district, or municipal utility district.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4377genetic material held by DFPS2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the retention of certain genetic material and genetic information by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4384gas utility cost recovery2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the recovery of certain costs associated with a gas utility's plant, facilities, or equipment placed in service.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4386annuity contract exchanges and surrenders2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trey Wharton (R), House District 12 (Huntsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the exchange or surrender of an annuity contract.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4395electronic filing of public securities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to electronic submission and delivery of public securities and records of proceedings for those securities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4396major events funding for the American Rodeo2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the eligibility of the American Performance Horseman and the American Rodeo for funding under the major events reimbursement program.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4413mass balance accounting for renewable chemicals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to mass balance attribution of renewable biomass feedstocks used to produce renewable chemicals.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4426permits for commercial surface disposal facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to permits issued by the Railroad Commission of Texas for commercial surface disposal facilities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4429the Muckleroy Family Memorial Highway2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 281 in Blanco and Burnet Counties as the Muckleroy Family Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4449alcohol sales in annexed areas2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages in areas annexed by certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4454patient solicitation and marketing practices2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to solicitation of patients and other prohibited marketing practices, the establishment of the task force on patient solicitation, and the prosecution of certain related criminal offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4463activities allowed under a brewer’s license2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to authorized activities of a brewer's or nonresident brewer's license holder; authorizing a fee increase.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4464workers’ compensation for Texas Task Force 12025 · 89th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain Texas Task Force 1 members and intrastate fire mutual aid system team and regional incident management team members, including the removal of coverage for nongovernment members.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4466fees for birth records2025 · 89th Legislature

By Hillary Hickland (R), House District 55 (Belton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restrictions on the fee assessed for issuance of certain birth records.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4486payment of claims against the state2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4488state funds and dedicated revenue2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue and allocation of accrued interest on dedicated revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4490disclosure of next of kin information2025 · 89th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an exemption from required disclosure of information related to the next of kin of deceased persons.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4506electronic notice of city zoning changes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to electronic delivery of notice for certain municipal zoning changes.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4520funding for aviation facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requirements for certain funding of aviation facilities and projects.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4529Defense Department child-care facilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities that maintain a certificate to operate issued by the United States Department of Defense.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4535COVID-19 vaccine requirements2025 · 89th Legislature

By John McQueeney (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to COVID-19 vaccine administration requirements.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4559repeal of an obsolete membership dues law2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mike Olcott (R), House District 60 (Aledo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of an unused definition and a chapter heading formerly regulating membership dues.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4623school liability for sexual misconduct2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mitch Little (R), House District 65 (Lewisville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to liability of public schools and professional school employees for sexual misconduct involving students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4630TCEQ regulation of artesian wells2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of artesian water wells by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4638the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4643criminal history checks for Medicaid providers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mark Dorazio (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to criminal history record information that relates to providers and provider applicants under Medicaid and other public benefits programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4655the Preparation for Adult Living Program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4666health agency reports to the legislature2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain reports required to be prepared or submitted by or in collaboration with the Health and Human Services Commission or submitted to the governor or a member of the legislature under the Health and Safety Code.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4668PUC help in regional electric cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to retain assistance for regional proceedings affecting certain electric utilities and consumers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4687immunity for certain charter school campuses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the applicability of certain immunity and liability laws to certain charter school campuses or programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4690motor fuel quality and measuring standards2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to motor fuel measuring, quality, and testing standards.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4738loan administration fees sent to the comptroller2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the elimination of the remittance of a portion of certain loan administration fees to the comptroller.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4739retail charge agreement delinquency fees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2026

“Relating to the elimination of the requirement that a portion of certain retail charge agreement delinquency fees be remitted to the comptroller.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4743licensing of hospital mobile stroke units2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of a single license for a hospital and a mobile stroke unit of the hospital.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4748state agency purchasing procedures2025 · 89th Legislature

By Pat Curry (R), House District 56 (Waco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to state agency purchasing methods and procedures, including a state agency multiple award contract purchasing procedure.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4749jury selection in certain counties2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to reconstitution of the petit jury wheel and grand juror and petit juror qualifications and juror summoning in certain counties.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4751the Texas Quantum Initiative2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Quantum Initiative.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4753verification of certificates of occupancy2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary Gates (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the municipal issuance of a document verifying that a certificate of occupancy has been issued for certain buildings.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4765regulation of code enforcement officers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Dade Phelan (R), House District 21 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the regulation of code enforcement officers and code enforcement officers in training.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4783a report on opioid overdose reversal programs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to a report on governmental opioid antagonist programs to reverse and prevent opioid overdoses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4795vital statistics duties in parent-child cases2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to duties of the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services in relation to certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship, including in regard to the electronic transmission of certain information.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4804driver’s license revocation and CDL disqualification2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the revocation of a driver's license or personal identification certificate and to disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4809value protests for historic site exemptions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of an owner of property that qualifies for an exemption as a historic or archeological site to protest the allocation of the appraised value of the property between the land and the improvements to the land.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4848competency-based degrees at public universities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to requiring that competency-based baccalaureate degree programs be offered at certain public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4850economic development programs in the governor’s office2025 · 89th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to programs to promote economic development in the Office of the Governor and to the repeal of the governor's broadband development council.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4903the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative2025 · 89th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4945a study of wildland firefighter retirement benefits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas on the feasibility of offering alternative service retirement benefits to certain members of the retirement system engaged in wildland firefighting or employed in positions related to wildland firefighting.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4995handguns for tactical medical professionals2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

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

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4996penalty for refusing to release fraudulent liens2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Dyson (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of refusal to execute the release of a fraudulent lien or claim.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5033motor vehicle emissions inspections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the authority of this state to implement a motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5057exclusive municipal solid waste contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to exclusive contracts for municipal solid waste management services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5061restrictions on state agency contractors2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting certain activities by contractors and vendors of state agencies; providing administrative penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5081personal information in the judicial system2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the protection of personal identifying information of certain individuals in the judicial system; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5084fireworks sales for Lunar New Year2025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Lunar New Year holiday.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5092the Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority2025 · 89th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the operation and dissolution of the Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority and to agreements between Texas Tech University and the authority.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5093public disclosure of notary contact information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5115the penalty for election fraud2025 · 89th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the penalty for the crime of election fraud; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5129state agency handling of personal information2025 · 89th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the security of certain personal identifying information submitted to or retained by a state agency.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5149DNA samples from foster children2025 · 89th Legislature

By Denise Villalobos (R), House District 34 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restricting the collection and use of DNA samples from children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5154the Joint Admission Medical Program Council2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Joint Admission Medical Program Council.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5155the maternal opioid misuse care model2025 · 89th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the continuation of the maternal opioid misuse model of care for certain Medicaid recipients.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5180diplomas from merged or renamed colleges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance of a diploma to a student graduating from a public institution of higher education that has undergone a merger, acquisition, or name change.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5195state agency websites and digital services2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to modernization of state agency Internet websites and digital services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5196telework for state employees2025 · 89th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to telework for state employees.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5238the offense of disrupting a meeting2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ray López (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the criminal offense of disrupting a meeting or procession.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5246the Texas Space Commission2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Texas Space Commission and Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium, to other governmental entities regarding aerospace, aviation, and space exploration initiatives and activities, and to the abolishment of the spaceport trust fu”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5247capital recovery for certain utilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an alternative capital recovery process for certain utilities.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5308procurement authority of the adjutant general2025 · 89th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to certain authorities of the adjutant general for procurement and construction.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5323the Texas Energy Waste Advisory Committee2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Waste Advisory Committee.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5331security incident notice requirements in contracts2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the enforceability of certain state agency and local government contract language regarding required security incident notifications.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5342the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including measures to fund and support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and related services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5394requirements on relative caregivers in foster care2025 · 89th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to prohibiting single source continuum contractors and child-placing agencies from imposing certain requirements on or adopting certain policies and procedures related to relative and designated caregivers.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5424volunteer firefighter compensation limits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2026

“Relating to volunteer firefighter compensation limits.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5435lease terms for public property2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to required lease terms for public property leased to a nongovernmental entity.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5436an exception to vehicle titling requirements2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to an exception to the titling requirement for certain motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense; providing for a fee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5437Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 12025 · 89th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the validation of the creation of and certain acts of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5509hotel permits and suspected human trafficking2025 · 89th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the suspension or revocation of a hotel's certificate of occupancy by a municipality for suspected human trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5515shipping costs for school instructional materials2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to restrictions on freight and shipping costs included in the price of instructional materials for public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5534online notices for commissioners court meetings2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the electronic posting of notices and agendas for meetings of the commissioners court of a county.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5560penalties in groundwater district lawsuits2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to penalties in certain suits involving a groundwater conservation district; increasing a penalty.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5616the Texas presidential library promotion program2025 · 89th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the Texas presidential library promotion program and funding for the program.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5624liability for off-road vehicle injuries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the liability of a motorized off-road vehicle entity for injuries arising from certain activities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5629occupational licensing for veterans and military spouses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the occupational licensing of military service members, military veterans, and military spouses.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5646resident tuition for military program students2025 · 89th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to admission of and resident tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education for certain students in military-related programs.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5658the Craver Ranch Municipal Management District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Craver Ranch Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5659Northeast Texas Municipal Water District transfers2025 · 89th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the procedural requirements applicable to interbasin transfers of water involving the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5666a Harris County utility district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of the Fenske Road Municipal Utility District of Harris County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5668a Far North Fort Worth utility district2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Far North Fort Worth Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Tarrant and Wise Counties; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5677the Pura Vida Municipal Management District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Sheryl Cole (D), House District 46 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Pura Vida Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5680the Bayou Belle Municipal Management District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janis Holt (R), House District 18 (Silsbee) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Bayou Belle Municipal Management District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5682the Colmena Ranch Municipal Management District2025 · 89th Legislature

By Keresa Richardson (R), House District 61 (McKinney) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Colmena Ranch Municipal Management District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5686a Montgomery County management district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Management District No. 3; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5688a San Benito utility district2025 · 89th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of the San Benito Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5693Jefferson County drainage district elections2025 · 89th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the election of the commissioners of the Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5696the Reserve Municipal Management District2025 · 89th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the creation of The Reserve Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5699a Harris County utility district’s boundaries2025 · 89th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2025

“Relating to the authority of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 405 to exclude territory; validating and confirming all previous acts of the district.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SJR 2a larger school-tax homestead exemption2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 13

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 3the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 14

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease,”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 5mandatory denial of bail for certain felony charges2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 3

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

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 18a ban on taxing capital gains2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 2

“Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 27judicial discipline overhaul2025 · 89th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 12

“Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the membership of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the membership of the tribunal to review the commission's recommendations, and the authority of the commission, the tribunal, and the Texas Supreme Court to more effectively sanction judges and”

10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 34parental rights and responsibilities2025 · 89th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 15

“Proposing a constitutional amendment affirming the rights and responsibilities of parents.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 37citizenship as a requirement to vote2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 16

“Proposing a constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen.”

Elections & VotingImmigration & Border · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 59funds for Texas State Technical College capital needs2025 · 89th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 1

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SJR 84a tax exemption for a homestead destroyed by fire2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 10

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 85a larger school-tax exemption for elderly and disabled homeowners2025 · 89th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 11

“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.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 1a property tax exemption for income-producing equipment2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 9

“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.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 2a ban on estate, inheritance and gift taxes2025 · 89th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 8

“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.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 4no tax on securities transactions2025 · 89th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 6

“Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the enactment of a law imposing an occupation tax on certain entities that enter into transactions conveying securities or imposing a tax on certain securities transactions.”

8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 7sales tax revenue for the Texas water fund2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 4

“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.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 34a tax exemption for border security infrastructure2025 · 89th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 17

“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 bo”

Immigration & BorderProperty Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 98an Article V convention application to Congress2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · adopted by both chambers and filed with the Secretary of State — an application to Congress, not a measure put to the voters

“Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the feder”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 99a tax exemption for animal feed held for retail sale2025 · 89th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 5

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 133a homestead exemption for veterans’ surviving spouses2025 · 89th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · approved by voters November 4, 2025, as Proposition 7

“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 t”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 10retired teacher benefits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to certain benefits paid by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.”

10 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 12sexually oriented performances2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority to regulate sexually oriented performances and to restricting those performances on the premises of a commercial enterprise, on public property, or in the presence of an individual younger than 18 years of age; authorizing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

9 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 14gender transition treatment for minors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and on the use of public money or public assistance to provide those procedures and treatments.”

LGBTQ-Related · 33 record votes · 23 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 15college athletics and biological sex2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requiring public institution of higher education students who compete in intercollegiate athletic competitions to compete based on biological sex.”

Higher EducationLGBTQ-Related · 16 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 17diversity, equity and inclusion at universities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 35 record votes · 33 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 18faculty tenure at public universities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the tenure and employment of faculty members at certain public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 15 record votes · 12 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 22grants for rural sheriffs and prosecutors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of grant programs to provide financial assistance to qualified sheriff's offices, constable's offices, and prosecutor's offices in rural counties.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 24transferring duties to the health commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthCrime & Policing · 6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 25support for nursing education2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to support for nursing-related postsecondary education, including scholarships to nursing students, loan repayment assistance to nurses and nursing faculty, and grants to nursing education programs.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 26local mental health authority audits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to local mental health authority and local behavioral health authority audits and mental and behavioral health reporting, services, and programs.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 28water project financial assistance2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to financial assistance provided and programs administered by the Texas Water Development Board.”

7 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 29local COVID-19 mandates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibited governmental entity implementation or enforcement of a vaccine mandate, mask requirement, or private business or school closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.”

8 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 30supplemental appropriations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.”

9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 37the offense of hazing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the criminal offense of hazing.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 48issuing protective orders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance and effectiveness of protective orders, magistrate's orders for emergency protection, and temporary ex parte orders.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 49crime victims’ compensation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to crime victims' compensation.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 52essential caregivers at state hospitals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the right of state hospital patients to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 55a study of support for students with autism2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 58prohibitions on online sales2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibitions in connection with the online sale of goods.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 59water service notice at foreclosure sales2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to notice of water and wastewater requirements for the foreclosure sale of residential properties by certain political subdivisions.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 60operating agreements for distillers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to operating agreements between holders of a distiller's and rectifier's permit and certain alcoholic beverage permit holders.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 61comptroller notices of permit revocation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the methods by which the comptroller may provide certain notices relating to the revocation or suspension of a permit or license or the forfeiture of corporate privileges in this state.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 62posting property sales on county websites2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to posting certain documents and information related to certain real property sales on a county's Internet website.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 63a guide for caregivers of veterans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an instruction guide for family members and caregivers of veterans who have mental health disorders.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 65sales tax on academic transcripts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2023

“Relating to excluding the furnishing of an academic transcript from the definition of "information service" for purposes of sales and use taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 68excused absences for career investigation days2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to visit a professional's workplace for a career investigation day.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 129penalties for possession of child pornography2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment for possession or promotion of child pornography; increasing criminal penalties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 133restraint of students by school officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting the physical restraint of or use of chemical irritants or Tasers on certain public school students by peace officers and school security personnel under certain circumstances.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 135recording the status of home studies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to recording the status of certain home studies performed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 159eligibility for a CPA certificate2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to eligibility requirements for a certified public accountant certificate and to take the uniform CPA examination.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 182reporting crimes against state agency clients2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the required report of criminal offenses committed against individuals receiving certain state agency services; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 186patient discharge to unlicensed facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prohibited discharge of a patient to certain unlicensed or unpermitted group-centered facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 188background checks at group homes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to criminal history record information checks for applicants for employment and employees of group homes; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 189reporting mistreatment in group homes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of a criminal offense concerning the failure of certain persons to report mistreatment of residents of group homes.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 222paid parental leave for state employees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to paid leave by certain state employees for the birth or adoption of a child.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 224catalytic converter theft2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to catalytic converters, including criminal conduct involving catalytic converters; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a fee.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 232removal of local officers for crimes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the removal from office of an officer of a political subdivision for commission of certain criminal offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 240workplace violence in health facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to workplace violence prevention in certain health facilities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 241notice when insulin is unavailable2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2024

“Relating to written notification provided by drug manufacturers regarding the cause of generic or biosimilar insulin prescription drug unavailability.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 246motor fuel pumps and fuel quality2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of motor fuel metering devices and motor fuel quality.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 252police licensing for veterans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the licensing of certain veterans by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the hiring of those veterans by political subdivisions.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 271government security incident procedures2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to state agency and local government security incident procedures.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 294epinephrine auto-injectors at schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors and medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 317appeals of water and sewer service fees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to appellate jurisdiction of the Public Utility Commission regarding certain water or sewer service fees.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 323commercial vehicle safety enforcement in counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 336compliance programs at public universities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to compliance programs at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 338hypnotically induced statements at trial2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of hypnotically induced statements in a criminal trial.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 347extending a driver’s license suspension2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the extension of a driver's license suspension or disqualification following certain convictions.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 348residential information on appraisal websites2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · became law

“Relating to the prohibition on posting on the Internet information held by an appraisal district regarding certain residential property.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 349pet policies at housing authorities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to county and municipal housing authority pet policies.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 365permits to build electrical substations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity that authorizes the construction of an electrical substation.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 371the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 372leaking non-public judicial opinions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unauthorized disclosure of non-public judicial opinions and judicial work product.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 375Texas Senate districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the Texas Senate.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 379a sales tax exemption for family care items2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an exemption from sales and use taxes for certain family care items.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 380court costs for interpreters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to payment of certain court costs associated with interpreters.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 386capital murder of a peace officer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of a capital murder committed against a peace officer or fireman.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 401medical staffing prices during a disaster2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prices charged by a medical staffing services agency during certain designated public health disaster periods; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 402trial preference for murder cases2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the preference given by trial courts to hearings and trials for murder and capital murder offenses.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 409the rights of crime victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the rights of victims, guardians of victims, and close relatives of deceased victims in the criminal justice system.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 412pregnant and parenting college students2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to protections for pregnant and parenting students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthHigher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 415physician training on human trafficking2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to continuing education requirements for physicians regarding the identification and assistance of trafficked persons.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 422occupations for military service members2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain military service members to engage in a business or occupation in this state.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 423drones used by the Texas military forces2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of unmanned aircraft by the Texas military forces.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 427undergraduate Texas History courses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to requiring certain institutions of higher education to enter into an agreement to offer undergraduate courses in Texas History.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 435release of evidence in a fatal crime2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure under the public information law of certain evidence of a crime that resulted in the death of a person.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 459early registration for parenting students2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to early registration for parenting students at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 471TCEQ investigation of complaints2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the investigation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain complaints.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 477accommodating voters with a disability2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to accommodating voters with a disability.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 478motorcycle operator training and licensing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration of the motorcycle operator training and safety program and requirements for the issuance of certain driver's licenses and commercial driver's licenses; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 483regulation of massage therapy2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of massage therapy.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 490itemized billing for health care2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to itemized billing for health care services and supplies provided by health care providers.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 493qualifying for veterans benefits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to qualifications for certain individuals for veterans benefits.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 497the sale of kratom products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the processing and sale of kratom and kratom products; providing civil penalties; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 500a house as a charitable raffle prize2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the value of a residential dwelling offered or awarded as a prize at a charitable raffle.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 502recycling and disposal of drill cuttings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the treatment, recycling for beneficial use, or disposal of drill cuttings.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 505an extra registration fee for electric vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to imposing an additional fee for the registration of an electric vehicle.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 507a memorial highway in Concho County2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 87 in Concho County as the Deputy Samuel Leonard Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 510confidential information at licensing agencies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain information maintained by state licensing agencies.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 532student mental health services and loan repayment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to providing mental health services information to certain higher education students and to the repayment of certain higher education loans.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 533police training on child fatality cases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to training for peace officers on responding to and investigating child fatalities.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 538Texas State Guard recruiting funds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of appropriated money by the Texas State Guard for recruiting and retention purposes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 539listing deferred taxes on the delinquent roll2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the manner in which an individual who has elected to defer collection of a tax, abate a suit to collect a delinquent tax, or abate a sale to foreclose a tax lien on the individual's residence homestead is listed on the delinquent tax roll of a taxing unit.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 540city enforcement of commercial vehicle safety2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 543city land conveyance for economic development2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 544teaching certificates for Air Force instructors2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of a temporary teaching certificate to and requirements regarding educator certification for certain persons with experience as instructors for the Community College of the Air Force.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 545state death records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to death records maintained and provided by the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 565releasing a state interest in real property2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the release of a reversionary interest in certain real property by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 569requests for city records in civil suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requests to a municipality for production or certification of a record in certain civil actions; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 576financial abuse of elderly people2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the reporting, investigation, and prosecution of the criminal offense of financial abuse of an elderly individual.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 577regulation of food service establishments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to regulation of food service establishments, retail food stores, mobile food units, roadside food vendors, temporary food service establishments, and food managers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 578confidentiality for protective order applicants2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 580cancelling undeveloped platted subdivisions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain counties to cancel platted subdivisions that have remained undeveloped.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 593a review of residential child-care standards2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an independent assessment of the Health and Human Services Commission's and the Department of Family and Protective Services' rules, minimum standards, and contract requirements that apply to certain residential child-care providers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 594charges for public drinking water service2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requirements for and charges for service from public drinking water supply systems.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 599handguns carried by court clerks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the carrying or possession of a handgun by a district or county clerk and the issuance of a handgun license to a district or county clerk.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 602state authority for border patrol agents2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the law enforcement authority of federal border patrol agents.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 604land services performed by landmen2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to land services performed by a landman.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 614parental child safety placements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 617confidential home addresses in appraisal records2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & BorderProperty Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 621the state chief information security officer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the position of chief information security officer in the Department of Information Resources.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 622disclosure of prescription drug information2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the disclosure of certain prescription drug information by a health benefit plan.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 627tax revenue for hotel and convention projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the entitlement of certain municipalities to certain tax revenue related to a hotel and convention center project.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 629opioid antagonists on school campuses2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 640facilities management for legislative buildings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the state agencies responsible for providing facilities management services for certain state buildings allocated for legislative use.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 643the conduct of charitable bingo2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the conduct of charitable bingo.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 646funding for nonresident students at Lamar Orange2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to formula funding for certain nonresident students enrolled at Lamar State College--Orange.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 656a health condition designation on licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an optional health condition or disability designation on a driver's license or personal identification certificate.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 664labeling of analogue and cell-cultured products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the labeling of analogue and cell-cultured products.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 681licensing long-term care staff with convictions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the applicability of certain laws regarding the occupational licensing of individuals with criminal convictions to the licensing of certain long-term health care facility personnel.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 694liability for religious organization security2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to liability of a religious organization or an employee or volunteer of a religious organization for security services provided to the organization.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 699a hospital district provider participation program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation of a health care provider participation program by a certain hospital district.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 702sourcing and sale of license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the sourcing, marketing, and sale of certain license plates.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 718makeup time for denied child visitation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to additional periods of possession of or access to a child to compensate for denial of court-ordered possession or access.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 719a tax exemption for foster placement charities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a charitable organization that provides services related to the placement of a child in a foster or adoptive home.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 728mental health records in firearm background checks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the reporting of mental health and intellectual disability information with respect to certain children for purposes of a federal firearm background check.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 729the state employee cash balance benefit2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the cash balance benefit under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 736arbitration for municipal fire departments2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to mandatory arbitration for certain municipal fire departments and employee bargaining agents.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 745fraud prevention in health care programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to fraud prevention under certain health care programs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 763chaplains in public schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to allowing public schools to employ or accept as volunteers chaplains.”

Public Education (K-12) · 14 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 768notice of data breaches to the attorney general2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the process for notifying the attorney general of a breach of security of computerized data by persons doing business in this state.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 773access to investigational drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices used in clinical trials by patients with severe chronic diseases.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 780emergency possession of abandoned infants2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to emergency possession of certain abandoned children by designated emergency infant care providers.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 784state control of greenhouse gas rules2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state to regulate greenhouse gas emissions in this state and the express preemption of local regulation of those emissions.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 785ownership of geothermal energy resources2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the ownership of and certain insurance policy provisions regarding the geothermal energy and associated resources below the surface of land.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 786closed-loop geothermal injection wells2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation by the Railroad Commission of Texas of closed-loop geothermal injection wells.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 798school counselor certification2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the certification requirements for a public school counselor.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 801instruments that name a trust as a party2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an instrument that names a trust as a party.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 806police duties toward sexual assault victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the duties of peace officers regarding interactions with victims of sexual assault.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 811disclosures by wildlife and animal health agencies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to disclosure of certain information by the Parks and Wildlife Department or the Texas Animal Health Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 812food allergen awareness and handler training2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food handler and food manager certifications, and food service training or education programs.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 818property sales by navigation districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disposition of real property interests by navigation districts and port authorities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 820registration of vision support organizations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the registration of vision support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 821state agency sales of personal data2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the review by the Sunset Advisory Commission of the sale of personal data by state agencies.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 825the deadline for recount petitions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the deadline for submitting certain recount petitions.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 833criteria insurers may not use in rates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to consideration by insurers of certain prohibited criteria for ratemaking.”

8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 838silent panic alert technology in classrooms2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools providing silent panic alert technology in classrooms.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 840assault of hospital personnel2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for assault of certain hospital personnel.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 849the El Paso County hospital provider program2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the El Paso County Hospital District.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 850the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 855judicial training on family violence2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to judicial training requirements regarding family violence.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 861coordination of vision and eye care benefits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to coordination of vision and eye care benefits under certain health benefit plans and vision benefit plans.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 867who may receive opioid antagonists2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the recipients of opioid antagonists under the opioid antagonist program.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 869child support orders and their enforcement2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, including the payment and enforcement of support ordered in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 876licensing dog and cat breeders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of dog and cat breeders; expanding the applicability of an occupational license.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 887Maxwell Municipal Utility District No. 12023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Maxwell Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 888fire escape exemptions for courthouses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to fire escape exemptions for certain courthouses.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 893correcting a water or sewer service certificate2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the correction of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for providing water or sewer service.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 895regulation of money services businesses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of money services businesses; creating a criminal offense; creating administrative penalties; authorizing the imposition of a fee.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 904unauthorized use of disabled parking2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the offense of the unauthorized use of parking designated for persons with disabilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 922legislative leave for Parks and Wildlife officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to legislative leave for certain peace officers commissioned by the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 924combining election precincts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the combination of certain election precincts.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 926temporary sales by mixed beverage permit holders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain temporary sales by a mixed beverage permit holder.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 929notice before ending a nonconforming land use2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the notice and compensation a municipality must provide before revoking the right to use property for a use that was allowed before the adoption of or change to a zoning regulation or boundary.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 938district bonds for recreational facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law

“Relating to the issuance by certain conservation and reclamation districts of bonds for the development and maintenance of recreational facilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 944commitment orders for supported living centers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the commitment order for individuals with intellectual disabilities who are committed to state supported living centers.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 947damaging critical infrastructure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating a criminal offense for damaging certain critical infrastructure facilities and providing for the prosecution of that conduct as manslaughter in certain circumstances; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 956repealing the health and human services plan2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to repealing the coordinated strategic plan for health and human services in this state, including related conforming amendments.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 975ID certificates after surrendering a license2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the procedures for the issuance of a personal identification certificate to a person whose driver's license is surrendered.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 989coverage of biomarker testing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain biomarker testing.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 991a crime laboratory portal and discipline2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a crime laboratory portal by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and to disciplinary proceedings applicable to a crime laboratory or license holder investigated by the Texas Forensic Science Commission.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 994candidate ineligibility for unpaid filing fees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the declaration of a candidate's ineligibility on the basis of failure to pay a filing fee or submit a petition in lieu of a filing fee.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 997publishing photographs of human remains2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the publication of certain photographs of human remains by certain individuals for a purpose other than an authorized purpose; providing a civil penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 998overdose training for alcohol permit holders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an opioid-related drug overdose training program for certain alcoholic beverage permit holders.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 999certification for active shooter trainers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the requirement that providers of active shooter training at public schools and institutions of higher education obtain a certificate issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1001regulation of electric vehicle charging equipment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of electric vehicle supply equipment; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1002public electric vehicle charging stations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation of public electric vehicle charging stations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1003health plan provider directories2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to disclosure requirements for health care provider directories maintained by certain health benefit plan issuers.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1004tampering with an electronic monitor2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of tampering with an electronic monitoring device and to certain consequences on conviction of that offense.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1008residency for public school admission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing residency for purposes of admission into public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1013the historic structure rehabilitation tax credit2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the franchise and insurance premium tax credit for the certified rehabilitation of certified historic structures.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1015periodic rate adjustments by electric utilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to periodic rate adjustments by electric utilities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1016employee pay in electric utility rates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the consideration of employee compensation and benefits in establishing the rates of electric utilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1017local regulation of energy sources and engines2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate an energy source or engine.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1021handling bids for highway projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the handling of bids on certain contracts for highway projects.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1023maximum loads posted on bridges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment and posting of the maximum loads permitted on certain bridges.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1032oyster certificates of location2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to oyster certificates of location; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1040coverage of transplants tied to organ harvesting2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage of a transplant of an organ that originated from or is transplanted in a country known to have participated in forced organ harvesting.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1045the Fifteenth Court of Appeals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the Fifteenth Court of Appeals with jurisdiction over certain civil cases, the compensation of the justices of that court, and the jurisdiction of the courts of appeals in this state.”

7 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1047the Texas Produced Water Consortium2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to funding and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1052pay for election judges and clerks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the compensation of an election judge or clerk.”

Elections & Voting · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1054contesting a constitutional amendment election2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requirements for a trial in the contest of an election on a proposed constitutional amendment.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1055a new university in Nacogdoches2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of a new university in Nacogdoches, Texas, within The University of Texas System and the allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education; abolishing Stephen F. Austin State University.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1056Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 32023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the directors and administration of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1057city tax revenue for qualified projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and local government corporations to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1070the interstate voter registration crosscheck2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the interstate voter registration crosscheck program.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1076deadlines for transmission project permits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the deadline for approving a certificate of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1089declaring unopposed candidates elected2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to repealing the ability to declare certain unopposed candidates for office as elected.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1094purchased power costs of electric utilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to purchased power costs incurred by electric utilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1098parents’ rights at child-care facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the rights of a parent or guardian with a child in certain child-care facilities.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1124qualifications for sheriff2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to qualifications of a sheriff or a candidate for sheriff.”

Crime & PolicingElections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1131changing school district election dates2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain independent school districts to change the date of the general election for officers.”

Elections & VotingImmigration & Border · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1133compensating landowners for crime damage2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a program to compensate landowners for property damage caused by certain criminal activities.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1145a tax exemption for child-care facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1146medical transportation for inmates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the medical transportation and care for certain inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1155the Bexar County hospital provider program2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to continuation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the Bexar County Hospital District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1158single event status for event reimbursement2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to single event classification for eligibility under the major events reimbursement program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1170customer choice at municipal electric utilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the initiation of customer choice by municipally owned utilities that provide electric service.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1179prohibited items at civil commitment facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to sexually violent predators and the prosecution of certain offenses involving prohibited items at correctional or civil commitment facilities; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1180lawsuits by civilly committed individuals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to civil actions by a civilly committed individual.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1188receivership of the Agua Special Utility District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for directors of the Agua Special Utility District.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1191late open-space appraisal after an owner’s death2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to late applications for the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following the death of the owner of the land.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1192criminal history checks by the health commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to criminal history record information for certain employees, volunteers, and contractors, and for applicants for those positions, by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1207firefighter and police retirement systems2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the retirement system in certain municipalities for firefighters and police officers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1210operators of orphaned oil and gas wells2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1213the Mold Assessment and Remediation Advisory Board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Mold Assessment and Remediation Advisory Board under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1222regulation of real estate appraisers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to regulation of appraisers and the duties of the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1236weapons on the bed of a navigable river2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of certain weapons in or on the bed or bank of a navigable river or stream; providing a penalty.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1237pay and leave for comptroller peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to compensation and leave for certain security officers or investigators commissioned as peace officers by the comptroller.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1238broadband development2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to broadband development.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1243franchise tax on broadband grants2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the franchise tax treatment of certain broadband grants made for the purposes of broadband deployment in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1245the Judicial Retirement System Plan Two2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to contributions to, benefits from, and the administration of the Judicial Retirement System of Texas Plan Two.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1246authorized investments of public money2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorized investments of public money by certain governmental entities and the confidentiality of certain information related to those investments.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1249a living organ donor education program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a living organ donor education program.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1250Harris County Water Control District No. 1102023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 110; providing authority to impose a fee and impose fines and penalties.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1286claim payment deadlines after a catastrophe2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prompt payment deadlines for health benefit plan claims affected by a catastrophic event.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1300disposition and removal of remains2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the disposition and removal of a decedent's remains.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1308drones over airports and military bases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over an airport or military installation; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1319overdose reporting and mapping2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the reporting of certain overdose information and the mapping of overdoses for public safety purposes.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1322sales of vintage distilled spirits2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the purchase and sale of vintage distilled spirits by the holder of a package store permit or local distributor's permit.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1325notice to victims of family violence2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the notice given to certain victims of family violence, stalking, harassment, or terroristic threat.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1332funding for state historic sites2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the provision of funding to the Texas Historical Commission for state historic sites.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1333the state buildings preservation endowment fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of the Texas state buildings preservation endowment fund, including the transfer to the fund of the unencumbered balances of certain other funds.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1340the local development agreement database2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the local development agreement database maintained by the comptroller of public accounts.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1342third-party insurers and Medicaid2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requirements applicable to certain third-party health insurers in relation to Medicaid.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1346prosecution for littering2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of certain littering offenses.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1361sexually explicit deep fake videos2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit videos using deep fake technology; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1364weight limits for natural gas and electric trucks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to weight limitations for certain natural gas or electric vehicles.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1371regulation of consumer credit transactions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of consumer credit transactions and the regulatory authority of the consumer credit commissioner; changing a fee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1373notices in decedents’ estates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to decedents' estates and the delivery of certain notices or other communications in connection with those estates or multiple-party accounts.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1375spirits tastings at temporary events2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the sampling or tasting of distilled spirits by the manufacturer to a consumer at a temporary event.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1376hiring preference for military families2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an employment preference for members of the military and their spouses for positions at state agencies.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1381a surviving spouse’s local homestead exemption2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the eligibility of the surviving spouse of an elderly person who qualified for a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a taxing unit of a portion of the appraised value of the deceased person's residence homestead to continue to receive an exemption for the same property fro”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1397continuing the environmental quality commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1401the rights of sexual assault victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the rights of victims of sexual assault and to certain procedures and reimbursements occurring with respect to a sexual assault or other sex offense.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1402the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition, continuation, and duties of the Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force, compensation for task force members and certain other task force participants, and establishment of a mandatory training program for persons responding to reports of and treating survivors of child sex”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1403an interstate border security compact2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an interstate compact for border security, including building a border wall and sharing state intelligence and resources.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1413fire departments clearing property from roads2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a fire department to remove certain personal property from a roadway or right-of-way.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1414temporary regulation of veterinary medicine2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the temporary regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1420municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1424the State Soil and Water Conservation Board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board and the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1425universal service fund payments to rural companies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to disbursements from the universal service fund for certain small and rural companies.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1429standardized examinations in nursing schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of standardized examinations by a school of nursing or educational program.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1431confidentiality for administrative law judges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain information for a current or former administrative law judge for the State Office of Administrative Hearings.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1439property tax on equipment of related businesses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held or used for the production of income by related business entities.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1444retirement systems for city employees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the public retirement systems for employees of certain municipalities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1445continuing the Commission on Law Enforcement2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement; authorizing a fee.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1447training for child abuse investigators2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a training program for persons investigating suspected child abuse or neglect.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1457guardianships and their required notices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to guardianships and the delivery of certain notices or other communications in connection with guardianship proceedings.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1469information required before child-care employment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requiring certain information before being employed by a child-care facility.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1471criminal history access for schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access by the Texas Education Agency and private schools to certain criminal history records.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1484border operations training for police2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1495confidentiality of airport parking records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards at a parking facility.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1499funding for port projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the funding of certain port projects.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1500powers of navigation districts and ports2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to powers and duties of navigation districts and the boards of trustees of municipal port facilities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1506seizure management plans in schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a public school to a student with a seizure disorder.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1509retirement eligibility for state employees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the service retirement eligibility and benefits of certain members of the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1516applications for a writ of habeas corpus2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the procedures for an application for a writ of habeas corpus and the issuance of the writ.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1517academic boycotts of foreign countries2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibiting certain academic boycotts of foreign countries by public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1518a terrorist offender registry2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a terrorist offender registry and to the supervision of those terrorist offenders; creating criminal offenses related to terrorism.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1523dismissing baseless veterinary complaints2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the dismissal of a baseless or unfounded complaint filed with the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1525home addresses in property tax records2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records.”

Crime & PolicingProperty Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1526mobile emergency medical services in Big Bend2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the provision of mobile emergency medical services by the Big Bend Regional Hospital District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1527human trafficking and prostitution offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to human trafficking, including the prosecution and punishment of compelling and solicitation of prostitution and other sexual or assaultive offenses; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1551the offense of failure to identify2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of failure to identify; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1563funding for the Sam Houston medical school2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of Sam Houston State University to receive formula funding for the Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1565research security at public universities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requiring the establishment of policy frameworks for research security at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1577the Texas Real Estate Research Center2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the Texas Real Estate Research Center, the Real Estate Research Advisory Committee, the Texas Real Estate Commission, and the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board; increasing a fee; authorizing a fee.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1585juvenile court cases involving mental illness2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1592the radiation advisory board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of the radiation advisory board.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1598the Homeland Security Council2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition of the Homeland Security Council.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1599ballots voted by mail2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to ballots voted by mail.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1602venue in social media censorship suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to venue and choice of law for certain actions involving censorship by social media platforms.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1603refusing certain interlocutory appeals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the decision of a court of appeals not to accept certain interlocutory appeals.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1606evidence of incapacity in guardianship cases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to evidence and orders regarding intellectual disability or mental condition in certain guardianship proceedings.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1624guardianships and emergency mental health detention2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to guardianships and services for incapacitated persons and to the emergency detention of certain persons with mental illness.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1639prohibitions on online ticket sales2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibitions in connection with ticket sales on an Internet website; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1647dropout recovery education programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to dropout recovery education programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1648the centennial parks conservation fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the centennial parks conservation fund.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1650durable powers of attorney2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to durable powers of attorney and the construction of certain powers conferred in those durable powers of attorney.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1653punishment for promotion of prostitution2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of promotion of prostitution.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1659the sunset review process2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1661ballot scan systems at counting stations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a ballot scan system used in a central counting station.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1670required boating incident reports2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to required boating incident reports.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1677state mental health service programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment and administration of Health and Human Services Commission programs providing mental health services to certain individuals in this state.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1699aggregated distributed energy in the ERCOT market2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to electricity service in the ERCOT power region, including the participation of aggregated distributed energy resources in the ERCOT market.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1710the universal service fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the universal service fund.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1717prosecution for stalking2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of stalking.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1720confidentiality for school threat reporters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of a public school employee who reports a potential threat to the school's threat assessment and safe and supportive school team.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1725expunction of minors’ alcohol offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the expunction of certain convictions or arrests of a minor for certain alcohol-related offenses.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1727continuing the Texas Juvenile Justice Department2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1730passport applications at district clerk offices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the processing of United States passport applications by a district court clerk; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1732standards for electric vehicle charging stations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to standards for certain electric vehicle charging stations.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1741oversize vehicle routes in Webb County2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in Webb County.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1745well production fees in the Barton Springs district2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the equalization of the rates of production fees charged on certain wells by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1750abolishing the county elections administrator2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to abolishing the county elections administrator position in certain counties.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1758use of University of Texas System land2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of certain land by The University of Texas System.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1766indemnification of real property appraisers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to indemnification and duties of real property appraisers under certain governmental contracts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1768removing obsolete Property Code provisions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the correction or removal of certain obsolete provisions of the Property Code.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1780online notarizations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to online notarizations.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1794emergency services districts near city limits2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective March 1, 2024

“Relating to conditions imposed on an emergency services district that includes territory in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1801confirming homestead exemption eligibility2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a requirement that each appraisal district periodically confirm that recipients of residence homestead exemptions qualify for those exemptions.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1802the architectural barriers program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to administrative procedures in the architectural barriers program at the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1809county hotel occupancy tax rates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kevin Sparks (R), Senate District 31 (Midland) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the applicability and rates of that tax in certain counties.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1831purchasing by the Employees Retirement System2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the purchase of certain goods and services by the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1839the sale of shark fins2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the unlawful sale or purchase of shark fins or shark fin products; creating a criminal offense.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1841family violence center services2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective September 1, 2024

“Relating to family violence center services for victims of family violence.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1849a search engine for reportable conduct records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an interagency reportable conduct search engine, standards for a person's removal from the employee misconduct registry and eligibility for certification as certain Texas Juvenile Justice Department officers and employees, and the use of certain information by certain state agencies to c”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1850the veterinary board presiding officer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the presiding officer of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1852active shooter training for peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to active shooter training for peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1859benefits and services for veterans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to benefits and services for veterans and certain other related benefits.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1860climate policies in municipal charters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the adoption of a climate policy in a municipal charter.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1866customer-sited generation outside ERCOT2023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of customer-sited distributed generation facilities owned by certain non-ERCOT electric utilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1887early college programs and credit transfer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirements for the early college education program and the transfer of course credit among public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1893social media apps on government devices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting the use of certain social media applications and services on devices owned or leased by governmental entities.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1900foreign terrorist organizations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to foreign terrorist organizations, including the compilation of information regarding, certain civil actions brought against, and the prosecution of certain organized crime offenses involving a foreign terrorist organization and of sedition.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1929registration of virtual currency mining facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the registration of virtual currency mining facilities in the ERCOT power region that demand a large load of interruptible power.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1932secondary wine sales2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing secondary wine sales; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1933state oversight of county elections2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain oversight procedures of the state over county elections.”

Elections & Voting · 12 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1998calculating certain property tax rates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1999the unused increment tax rate2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the calculation of the unused increment rate of a taxing unit.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2011utility commission penalties and mitigation plans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to impose administrative penalties and enter into voluntary mitigation plans; increasing an administrative penalty.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2013access to and security of critical infrastructure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to and the security of certain critical infrastructure.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2017hearing aids and the practice of audiology2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of hearing aids and the practices of audiology and the fitting and dispensing of hearing instruments.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2032adult high school charter programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to adult high school charter school programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2038release from a city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to release of an area from a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction by petition or election.”

Elections & Voting · 8 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2040regulation of willed body programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission, the regulation of willed body programs, non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, and anatomical facilities, and the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committe”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2069human trafficking signs at schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the required posting of signs regarding human trafficking penalties by certain schools.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2085grants for crime victim notification systems2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a grant program for crime victim notification systems.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2091selling seized property to a neighboring owner2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to sell certain seized or foreclosed property to an owner of an abutting property without conducting a public sale.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2101notices about crime victims’ rights2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain notifications related to the rights of crime victims.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2102registration and inspection of rental vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the initial registration and inspection period for certain rental vehicles; authorizing fees.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2120a family protection representation program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a family protection representation program within the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2123UT Tyler in the Joint Admission Medical Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the participation of the medical school at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler in the Joint Admission Medical Program.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2124advanced mathematics in middle school2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an advanced mathematics program for public school students in middle school.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2133transporting dialysis patients during a disaster2023 · 88th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to emergency planning for the transportation of certain end stage renal disease facility patients during a declared disaster.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2139the Opportunity High School Diploma program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Opportunity High School Diploma program.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2144advanced air mobility technology2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to advanced air mobility technology.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2158a Windham School District adult education program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Phil King (R), Senate District 10 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of an adult education pilot program by the Windham School District.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2171experts in health care liability claims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the qualifications of experts in certain health care liability claims.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2173a prescription drug disposal program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a pilot program for the safe disposal of prescription drugs, including controlled substance prescription drugs.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2186executing anatomical gift records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the manner of executing certain anatomical gift records.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2193primary care programs at community health centers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to programs established and operated by federally qualified health centers to provide primary care access to certain employees.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2196mapping aggregate production operations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the identification and mapping of aggregate production operations by The University of Texas Bureau of Economic Geology.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2200public acknowledgment of donations to TxDOT2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public acknowledgment of donations made to the Texas Department of Transportation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2220local tax revenue for qualified projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and local government corporations to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2221license plates honoring sheriff’s office staff2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to issuance of specialty license plates to honor personnel of sheriff's offices.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2232agents selling windstorm insurance2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requirements for insurance agents offering windstorm and hail insurance policies issued by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2233automatic renewal of windstorm policies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to automatic renewal of certain policies issued by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2258changing city election dates2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain cities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.”

Elections & Voting · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2284distillery sales to consumers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), Senate District 11 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the sale of distilled spirits to ultimate consumers by the holder of a distiller's and rectifier's permit.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2289a tax exemption for medical product manufacturers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of equipment or inventory held by a manufacturer of medical or biomedical products to protect the Texas healthcare network and strengthen our medical supply chain.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2294the Texas First scholarship programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Texas First Early High School Completion Program and the Texas First Scholarship Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2304driver education and driving safety courses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan LaMantia (D), Senate District 27 (South Padre Island) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of driver education courses and driving safety courses and the provision of information regarding the Texas Driving with Disability Program to certain public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2310longevity pay for prosecutors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to longevity pay for certain prosecutors.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2315a task force on consolidating workforce programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of a task force to develop a plan for the consolidation of the functions of workforce development programs administered by the Texas Workforce Commission and social services programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2325events eligible for the major events program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2350the voter-approval rate and unused increment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the voter-approval tax rate used to calculate the unused increment rate of a taxing unit for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2355binding arbitration of property tax appeals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the appeal of certain ad valorem tax determinations through binding arbitration.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2370dividing emergency services districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the division of certain emergency services districts.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2376Support Adoption license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of Support Adoption specialty license plates and to the Support Adoption account and certain voluntary contributions to that account.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2429police reporting on missing children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to reporting procedures and training programs for law enforcement agencies regarding missing children and missing persons.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2440groundwater evidence in subdivision plats2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to a requirement that certain plats for the subdivision of land include evidence of groundwater supply.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2476protections against emergency medical bills2023 · 88th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to consumer protections against certain medical and health care billing by emergency medical services providers.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2538limits on automatic college admission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to limitations on the automatic admission of undergraduate students to general academic teaching institutions.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2571Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 2252023 · 88th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 225; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

Elections & Voting · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2577Atascosa County Municipal Utility District No. 22023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Atascosa County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2580Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 122023 · 88th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 12; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2588Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 2642023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 264; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2592the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2599Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 5942023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2600Firefly Municipal Utility District No. 12023 · 88th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Firefly Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2601utility relocation costs on highway projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to payment of costs related to the relocation of certain utility facilities for state highway projects.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2612Alamo complex rangers as peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Pete Flores (R), Senate District 24 (Pleasanton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the commissioning by the General Land Office of certain Alamo complex rangers as peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2620changing local election dates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain political subdivisions to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2627funding for electric generating facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law

“Relating to funding mechanisms to support the construction, maintenance, modernization, and operation of electric generating facilities.”

11 record votes · 12 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3public school safety requirements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 11 record votes · 26 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4consumer data privacy2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of the collection, use, processing, and treatment of consumers' personal data by certain business entities; imposing a civil penalty.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5tax value limits for job-creating projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to agreements authorizing a limitation on taxable value of certain property to provide for the creation of jobs and the generation of state and local tax revenue; authorizing fees; authorizing penalties.”

Property Taxes · 14 record votes · 28 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 6fentanyl poisoning and drug penalties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of fentanyl poisoning or fentanyl toxicity for purposes of the death certificate and to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 8public junior college finance2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to public higher education, including the public junior college state finance program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 9broadband development and funding2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the development and funding of broadband and telecommunications services.”

9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 12Medicaid coverage after pregnancy2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the duration of services provided under Medicaid to women following a pregnancy.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 14third-party review of development permits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to third-party review of plats and property development plans, permits, and similar documents, and the inspection of an improvement related to such a document.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 17removal of prosecuting attorneys2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to official misconduct by and removal of prosecuting attorneys.”

11 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 18protecting minors on digital services2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shelby Slawson (R), House District 59 (Stephenville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the protection of minors from harmful, deceptive, or unfair trade practices in connection with the use of certain digital services and electronic devices, including the use and transfer of electronic devices to students by a public school.”

6 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 19a specialty trial court2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of a specialty trial court to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.”

8 record votes · 14 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 25wholesale importation of prescription drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 50 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to wholesale importation of prescription drugs in this state; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 28punishment for aggravated assault2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shelby Slawson (R), House District 59 (Stephenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to enhancing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the criminal offense of aggravated assault.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 30access to law enforcement records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.”

Crime & Policing · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 33federal oil and gas rules in Texas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating oil and gas operations within the State of Texas.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 44Medicaid provider discrimination over immunization status2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.”

11 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 49public access to hospital investigations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 53a fee exemption for disaster relief vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the exemption from registration fees of certain vehicles used by nonprofit disaster relief organizations.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 54the personal needs allowance in long-term care2023 · 88th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 55punishment for indecent assault2023 · 88th Legislature

By Julie Johnson (D), House District 115 (Farmers Branch) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of indecent assault; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 59child water safety requirements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Vikki Goodwin (D), House District 47 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to child water safety requirements for certain organizations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 63reports of child abuse or neglect2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to reports of child abuse or neglect and certain preliminary investigations of those reports.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 64police escort vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency vehicle used to conduct a police escort.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 73landowner liability for livestock and farmland2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to limitation of certain liability of owners, lessees, and occupants of land in connection with livestock and agricultural land.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 87presidential electors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the presidential electors of this state.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 90benefits for the Texas military forces2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to benefits for certain members of the Texas military forces and survivors of members of the Texas military forces.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 103retired judges as visiting judges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the appointment of a retired or former judge as a visiting judge in certain counties.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 108license plates for classroom teachers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain classroom teachers and retired classroom teachers; imposing fees.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 113community health workers in Medicaid2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lina Ortega (D), House District 77 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of community health workers in Medicaid managed care.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 114marijuana and e-cigarettes near schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the possession, use, or delivery of marihuana or e-cigarettes on or near public school property or at certain school events.”

Crime & PolicingMarijuana & CannabisPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 162standards for prescribed burns2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to minimum standards for prescribed burns.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 165aggravated assault in a mass shooting2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of and punishment for an aggravated assault occurring as part of a mass shooting; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 207conveyances counted as sham sales2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the exclusion of certain conveyances from classification as sham or pretended sales.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 219releasing a home loan lien after payoff2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the release of a deed of trust or other contract lien securing a home loan after payoff by mortgagor.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 242donating feminine hygiene products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to liability for the donation and distribution of feminine hygiene products.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 246recording ballot counting activity2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to establishing a pilot program for recording ballot counting activity.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 260appraisal of open-space land2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the calculation of net to land in the appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 266contact information in guardianship cases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the required filing and use of an affidavit containing the contact information of certain persons in a guardianship proceeding.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 282license plates for Gold Star families2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for Gold Star family members and recipients of certain Texas military awards.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 290multiple employer welfare arrangements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to multiple employer welfare arrangements.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 291occupational driver’s licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to occupational driver's licenses and to the renewal of driver's licenses.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 299accreditation for recovery housing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of a voluntary accreditation for recovery housing; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 315personal information on mail ballot applications2023 · 88th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a statement by the secretary of state regarding the furnishing of certain personal information on an application for a ballot to be voted by mail.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 357the mail ballot tracker and runoff dates2023 · 88th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the requirements to access the online tracker of an application for a ballot to be voted by mail and to the date of runoff elections.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 367the State Commission on Judicial Conduct2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the powers and duties of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 387the Texas State Guard uniform fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas State Guard uniform and insignia fund.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 393restitution for children of manslaughter victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to restitution payments for the support of a child whose parent or guardian is a victim of intoxication manslaughter.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 400grants for psychiatric residency training2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to innovation grant programs to support residency training programs in psychiatric specialty fields and recruitment, training, and retention programs in behavioral health fields.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 409the Texas Indigent Defense Commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Nicole Collier (D), House District 95 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the governance and administration of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission and to certain disclosures made in relation to the provision of funding for indigent defense services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 420providing alcohol to a minor2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shelby Slawson (R), House District 59 (Stephenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the offense of providing an alcoholic beverage to a minor; increasing a criminal penalty.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 422remote juvenile detention hearings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to remotely conducting detention hearings in juvenile cases.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 433the definition of a commercial fleet2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the definition of a commercial fleet.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 446terminology for intellectual disability2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 450bad faith washout of royalty interests2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a cause of action for the bad faith washout of an overriding royalty interest in an oil and gas lease.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 456a tax exemption for charity-owned minerals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain interests in a mineral in place owned by certain charitable organizations.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 467the limitations period for assault offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the limitations period for certain criminal offenses based on assaultive conduct.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 471benefits for injured or ill first responders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the entitlement to and claims for benefits for certain first responders and other employees related to illness and injury.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 473parents and school threat assessments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to parental rights regarding a threat assessment of a student conducted by a public school's threat assessment and safe and supportive school team.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 474court-appointed volunteer advocate programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain requirements regarding court-appointed volunteer advocate programs.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 492a Midland and Ector mental health district2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation and operation of a mental health services district by the Midland County Hospital District of Midland County, Texas, and the Ector County Hospital District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 527civil actions exempt from dismissal motions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gene Wu (D), House District 137 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to exemption of certain civil actions from being subject to a motion to dismiss on the basis of involving the exercise of certain constitutional rights.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 541charity donations as a probation condition2023 · 88th Legislature

By Oscar Longoria (D), House District 35 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to donations to certain local charities or veterans county service offices ordered to be paid as a condition of community supervision.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 567discrimination based on hairstyle2023 · 88th Legislature

By Rhetta Bowers (D), House District 113 (Rowlett) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 568police training on dementia2023 · 88th Legislature

By Rhetta Bowers (D), House District 113 (Rowlett) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to education and training for peace officers on interacting with persons with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 584a state information technology credential2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the development of a state information technology credential offered by public junior colleges or public technical institutes to address shortages in the state information resources workforce.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 586annexation of rights-of-way2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal annexation of certain rights-of-way.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 587cremation of United States and Texas flags2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the incineration of a United States flag or Texas state flag through the cremation process at the request of any person.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 591a severance tax exemption for otherwise flared gas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an exemption from the severance tax for gas produced from certain wells that is consumed near the well and would otherwise have been lawfully vented or flared.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 598animal ownership after a cruelty conviction2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of possession of an animal by a person who has been previously convicted of an offense involving animal cruelty.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 608fireworks sales for Diwali2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the sale of fireworks before and during the Diwali holiday.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 609business liability for pandemic exposure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the liability of a business owner or operator arising from the exposure of an individual to a pandemic disease.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 611unlawful disclosure of an address or phone number2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of unlawful disclosure of residence address or telephone number.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 614property owners’ association fines2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to property owners' association fines.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 617rural emergency telemedicine2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a pilot project to provide emergency telemedicine medical services and telehealth services in rural areas.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 621career and technology teaching certificates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating a temporary certification to teach career and technology education for certain military service members and first responders.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 624patient transport by firefighters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to emergency medical transport by fire fighters of certain patients.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 627license plates for surviving spouses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to the surviving spouse of a posthumous recipient of certain awards.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 628license plates honoring fallen officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to issuance of specialty license plates to honor fallen law enforcement officers.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 639temporary bingo licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the number of temporary licenses to conduct bingo issued to certain authorized organizations in a calendar year.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 659Commendation Medal license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to specialty license plates issued for recipients of the Commendation Medal.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 660enforcing protective orders2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the enforcement and administration of certain protective orders.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 671a veterans suicide prevention campaign2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (San Elizario) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a veterans suicide prevention campaign.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 679experience modifiers in public construction bids2023 · 88th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to limitations on the use of workers' compensation insurance experience modifier values in soliciting and awarding public construction contracts.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 692land application of dairy waste2023 · 88th Legislature

By Glenn Rogers (R), House District 60 (Graford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authorization for certain land applications and disposal of dairy waste.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 697seller disclosure of fuel gas piping2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to seller's disclosures regarding fuel gas piping in residential real property.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 699school enrollment counts for UIL classification2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to determining the student enrollment of a public school that allows non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities for purposes of assigning a University Interscholastic League classification.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 711health care provider network contracts2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to certain contract provisions and conduct affecting health care provider networks.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 718temporary tags and license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective July 1, 2025

“Relating to the issuance of certain tags, permits, and license plates authorizing the movement of vehicles and the transfer and renewal of certain license plates.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 728the aging services coordinating council2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the statewide interagency aging services coordinating council.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 730CPS investigations and child safety placements2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations by the Department of Family and Protective Services, and parental child safety placements.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 755prior authorization for autoimmune drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Julie Johnson (D), House District 115 (Farmers Branch) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of autoimmune diseases and certain blood disorders.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 767bond conditions for stalking in the crime database2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the entry into the Texas Crime Information Center of certain information regarding conditions of bond for stalking offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 783cemeteries in certain cities and counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Meza (D), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities and counties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 784delegation of a county judge’s authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the delegation of certain authority of a county judge or commissioners court in certain counties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 785notices in guardianship proceedings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the delivery of certain notices or other communications in connection with guardianship proceedings.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 793providers under a family services plan2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the selection and reimbursement of certain persons providing services required under a service plan filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 796an online database of appraisal protest hearings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the creation and maintenance by an appraisal district of a publicly available Internet database of information regarding protest hearings conducted by the appraisal review board established for the district.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 841judicial statistics2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain judicial statistics and related information gathered by the Texas Judicial Council.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 842suspending licenses for driving while invalid2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibiting the suspension of a person's driver's license or extension of the period of a driver's license suspension for certain driving while license invalid convictions; authorizing a fee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 844crime victims’ compensation for trafficking2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to crime victims' compensation for criminally injurious conduct in connection with trafficking of persons.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 852the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 891expert testimony in parent-child suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of expert testimony in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 898passing certain vehicles on a highway2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway; increasing a criminal penalty.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 900library materials in public schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of library materials sold to or included in public school libraries.”

Public Education (K-12) · 11 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 914temporary vehicle tags2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to temporary vehicle tags and the offense of tampering with a governmental record.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 915workplace violence reporting notices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a requirement that employers post notice of certain information regarding reporting instances of workplace violence or suspicious activity.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 916coverage of prescription contraceptives2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage of prescription contraceptive drugs.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 968procedures in CPS parent-child suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary Gates (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 995sheriff’s department disability leave2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to sheriff's department disability leave in certain counties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 998FAIR Plan insurance for owners’ associations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the provision of property owners' association insurance by the FAIR Plan Association in certain areas.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 999prescription drug cost-sharing credits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the effect of certain reductions in a health benefit plan enrollee's out-of-pocket expenses for certain prescription drugs on enrollee cost-sharing requirements.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1000Texas House districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the Texas House of Representatives.”

8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1002school concussion oversight teams2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the membership of a public school concussion oversight team and the removal of a public school student from an interscholastic athletic activity on the basis of a suspected concussion.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1009background checks for disability service workers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to imposing requirements on the employment of or contracts for certain individuals providing services to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability, including requiring certain facilities and Medicaid providers to conduct criminal history record information and employee mi”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1034a county hotel occupancy tax2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the use of revenue from that tax.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1038a report on state lending programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a biennial report on state lending and credit support programs.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1040electronic business by insurers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of entities regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance to conduct business electronically.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1058a franchise tax credit for housing developments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to a franchise or insurance premium tax credit for certain housing developments.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1087petitions in CPS parent-child suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the requirements for certain petitions and orders in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the contents of a petition in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1088representing community supervision departments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the representation of a community supervision and corrections department in cases in which a person under the supervision of that department challenges the fact or duration of the supervision.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1106acudetox specialists2023 · 88th Legislature

By Vikki Goodwin (D), House District 47 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the training of and the provision of acupuncture services by an acudetox specialist.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1114the Blinn Junior College District service area2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the service area of the Blinn Junior College District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1161address confidentiality for abduction victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of home address information for victims of child abduction and to the administration of the address confidentiality program by the office of the attorney general.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1163boating while intoxicated with a child2023 · 88th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of boating while intoxicated with a child passenger; changing the eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1181online sexual material harmful to minors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the publication or distribution of sexual material harmful to minors on an Internet website; providing a civil penalty.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1182judicial statistics in large counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to judicial statistics and other pertinent information gathered by the Texas Judicial Council and certain populous counties.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1184criminal records for research projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to access to criminal history record information for use in certain research or statistical projects.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1193discrimination against tenants over payment method2023 · 88th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibiting housing discrimination by a property owners' association against a residential tenant based on the tenant's method of payment.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1195identifying information kept by county clerks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain county and district clerks to obtain and retain information that identifies a person filing a document or requesting services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1207the limitations period for evidence tampering2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the statute of limitations for tampering with certain physical evidence.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1211loan repayment aid for college students2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to financial assistance, including repayment of loans, for certain students attending postsecondary educational institutions.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1212excused absences for religious holy days2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to verification of excused absences from public school for the purpose of observing religious holy days.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1217early voting in person2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the administration of and procedures relating to early voting by personal appearance.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1221unclaimed property paid to crime victims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing the comptroller to release a reported owner's unclaimed property to the owner's crime victim in certain circumstances and payment by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of certain amounts owed by an inmate.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1225state tests in paper format2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of certain required assessment instruments in paper format.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1227probation for child pornography offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to changing the eligibility for community supervision of a person convicted of possession or promotion of child pornography.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1228delivery of property tax notices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the delivery of certain information under the Property Tax Code.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1243the penalty for illegal voting2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the penalty for the offense of illegal voting; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Elections & Voting · 10 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1255limitations periods in arbitration2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to limitations periods in arbitration proceedings.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1263school crossing zones at high schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the ability of a local authority to designate school crossing zones and school crosswalks at high school campuses located in certain municipalities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1275ID cards for seniors who surrender a license2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to procedures for the issuance of personal identification certificates to certain persons 65 years of age or older whose driver's licenses are surrendered.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1277pedestrian use of sidewalks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1283Medicaid managed care drug formularies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prescription drug formularies applicable to the Medicaid managed care program.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1285appraisal district taxpayer liaison officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the training and duties of a taxpayer liaison officer for an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1287resources counted for SNAP eligibility2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the exclusion of certain resources in determining eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1290nursing facilities taking federal payments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the confiscation or misappropriation by a nursing facility of certain federal payments to a Medicaid recipient; increasing an administrative penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1297student vision screenings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to vision screenings for students in public or private school.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1299signatures on mail ballot envelopes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the signature required on a carrier envelope for a ballot voted by mail; changing the elements of a criminal offense.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1315the open burn pit registry fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the open burn pit registry fund and the issuance of specialty license plates to honor members of the United States armed forces exposed to open burn pits.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1330grants for unincorporated communities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1333sales of certain fish2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the sale and purchase of certain fish.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1337step therapy for mental illness drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to step therapy protocols required by health benefit plans for coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1357Medicaid coverage of opioid treatment drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to Medicaid reimbursement for certain medication-assisted treatments for opioid or substance use disorder.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1361liaisons for college students who are parents2023 · 88th Legislature

By Penny Morales Shaw (D), House District 148 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher education who are parents.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1363repealing the real estate inspection recovery fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the repeal of the real estate inspection recovery fund.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1381hearings on preliminary zoning reports2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the public hearing requirement for a preliminary zoning report made by a zoning commission.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1382public sale of property under a judgment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the public sale of real property taken in execution of a judgment.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1391residential wireman licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the requirements to obtain a residential wireman license.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1393an increasing annuity option for state retirees2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an optional service retirement annuity that provides an increasing annuity under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1416accelerated instruction after failed tests2023 · 88th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to accelerated instruction provided to public school students who fail to achieve satisfactory performance on certain assessment instruments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1423protective orders during imprisonment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the expiration of a protective order when the subject of the protective order is confined or imprisoned.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1427prosecution for harassment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of harassment.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1432findings required for protective orders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Meza (D), House District 105 (Irving) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to required findings for the issuance of a protective order.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1434staggered terms for city aldermen2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the staggering of terms of aldermen of the governing body of a Type A general-law municipality.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1440change orders in city contracts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority to approve change orders for certain municipal contracts.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1442street racing and reckless driving exhibitions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal conduct involving a reckless driving exhibition or racing on a highway and to the forfeiture of contraband as a result of a reckless driving exhibition.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1455health care for the wrongfully imprisoned2023 · 88th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health care benefits of persons wrongfully imprisoned.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1457military informed care training for grant recipients2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jon Rosenthal (D), House District 135 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to required military informed care or military cultural competency training for certain personnel of entities that provide mental health services to veterans or veterans' families before award of a state agency grant.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1472the owner-builder loan program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to eligibility requirements under the owner-builder loan program.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1486mental health leave for telecommunicators2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stan Gerdes (R), House District 17 (Smithville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the adoption of a mental health leave policy for certain telecommunicators.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1488sickle cell disease care and a task force2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to sickle cell disease health care improvement and the sickle cell task force.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1500continuing the Public Utility Commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the functions of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region; increasing an administrative penalty.”

10 record votes · 20 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1506the limitations period for child endangerment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the statute of limitations for the offense of abandoning or endangering a child.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1515the Economic Development and Tourism Office2023 · 88th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of and certain programs subject to rules adopted by the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1526parkland dedication for new development2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to parkland dedication for multifamily, hotel, and motel property development by certain municipalities; authorizing a fee.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1527dentists and health benefit plans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the relationship between dentists and certain employee benefit plans and health insurers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1535the San Antonio River Authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the terms of office of the members of the board of directors of the authority.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1540the San Jacinto River Authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the San Jacinto River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1550continuing the Office of State-Federal Relations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of State-Federal Relations.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1553the definition of an amusement ride2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the definition of amusement ride for purposes of amusement ride regulation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1555the Upper Guadalupe River Authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1558deed restrictions in older subdivisions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the extension or amendment of deed restrictions in certain older subdivisions.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1565the Texas Water Development Board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the functions of the Texas Water Development Board and continuation and functions of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas Advisory Committee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1575health services for pregnant women on Medicaid2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to improving health outcomes for pregnant women under Medicaid and certain other public benefits programs.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1577mandatory supervision for assault convictions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to changing the eligibility for mandatory supervision of an inmate serving a sentence for or previously convicted of certain assaults.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1583Terry Memorial Hospital District elections2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Terry Memorial Hospital District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1589penalties for family violence assaults2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain family violence assaults.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1590the Texas Leadership Scholars Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas Leadership Scholars Program.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1592balance billing in self-funded health plans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the application of balance billing prohibitions and out-of-network dispute resolution procedures to certain self-insured or self-funded employee welfare benefit plans.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1595endowment funds for research universities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration and investment of, and distribution and use of money from, certain constitutional and statutory funds to support general academic teaching institutions in achieving national prominence as major research universities and driving the state economy.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1598local regulation of solid waste facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to local government and other political subdivision regulation of certain solid waste facilities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1602adult education and literacy funding2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to performance criteria for the award of adult education and literacy funds.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1603misdemeanors in justice and municipal courts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the procedures governing the prosecution of misdemeanor offenses in the jurisdiction of the justice and municipal courts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1605public school instructional materials2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public school foundation curriculum subjects, and the extension of additional state aid to school districts for the provision of certain instructional materials; authorizing a fee.”

Public Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 16 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1615child-care and prekindergarten availability2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to strategies to increase the availability of child-care and prekindergarten programs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1620sunset review dates and horse racing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the review date for certain governmental entities subject to the sunset review process and the regulation of horse racing by the Texas Racing Commission.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1631hours of service for election watchers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to hours of service by an election watcher.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1632training for election officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to standardized training for election officers.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1647coverage of clinician-administered drugs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage of clinician-administered drugs.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1649coverage for fertility preservation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to health benefit coverage for certain fertility preservation services and notice regarding certain risks of impaired fertility.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1661the age limit for new police officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the age limit for a beginning position in a police department under municipal civil service.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1666commingling of funds by digital asset firms2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the commingling of funds by digital asset service providers; providing an administrative penalty.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1673staff training in Alzheimer’s care facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to training requirements for staff members of certain assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1688water quality protection areas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to water quality protection areas.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1689county hotel tax revenue for tax administration2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of county hotel occupancy tax revenue for an electronic tax administration system and the reimbursement of tax collection expenses.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1696managed care plans and optometrists2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the relationship between managed care plans and optometrists and therapeutic optometrists.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1699fees of the Evergreen Underground Water District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District to impose certain fees.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1703the workforce development evaluation system2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the workforce development evaluation system administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, including the establishment of a workforce development career education and training evaluation pilot program.”

Higher EducationImmigration & BorderPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1706contracts with public insurance adjusters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the right of an insured to enter into a contract with a public insurance adjuster.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1707laws that apply to charter schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the applicability of certain laws to open-enrollment charter schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 9 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1710notice of defendants held in state jail2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2024

“Relating to notice provided to a court regarding a defendant confined in a state jail felony facility.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1712magistrates’ names on signed orders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the inclusion of a magistrate's name on certain signed orders.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1730punishment for indecent exposure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of indecent exposure; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1740state park passes for veterans and their families2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of state parklands passports to and a waiver of certain state park fees for certain veterans, active duty armed forces members, and certain family members of a person who died while serving in the United States armed forces.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1743food assistance for inmates on release2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a memorandum of understanding between the Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to assess the eligibility of certain inmates for supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits on discharge or release from confinement.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1745rideshare company liability for drivers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to vicarious liability of a transportation network company for acts of a driver using the company's digital network.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1748facsimile signatures on public securities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of a facsimile signature on certain public securities and related certificates.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1750city rules applied to agricultural operations2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the applicability of certain city requirements to agricultural operations.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1755the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1759charitable raffles by pro sports foundations2023 · 88th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to ticket sales for charitable raffles conducted by the charitable foundations of certain professional sports teams.”

7 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1760weapons in places associated with schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated with schools or postsecondary educational institutions.”

Guns & WeaponsHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1761the pesticide registration period2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the period for which a pesticide must be registered.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1769the limitations period for crimes against children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the statute of limitations for certain offenses committed against children.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1772documents required to buy timber products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the documentation required for the purchase of certain timber products; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1778license plates for professional sports teams2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gina Hinojosa (D), House District 49 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to certain professional sports teams.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1789nepotism rules for school bus drivers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the application of nepotism prohibitions to a person appointed or employed by a school district as a bus driver.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1794funding for the UT Tyler pharmacy school2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to funding for The University of Texas at Tyler's school of pharmacy.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1809the oyster mariculture advisory board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the commercial oyster mariculture advisory board.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1817contracts needing interested-party disclosure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the validity of a contract for which a disclosure of interested parties is required.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1819repealing local juvenile curfews2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1825alcohol at school performing arts centers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the consumption, possession, and sale of alcoholic beverages at certain performing arts facilities owned by certain school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1826an organized retail theft task force2023 · 88th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of an organized retail theft task force.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1833criminal mischief against the power supply2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of criminal mischief involving a public power supply.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1845licensing water and wastewater operators2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the licensing requirements for certain operators of wastewater systems and public water systems.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1846the commercial driver’s license skills test2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the skills test required for a commercial driver's license for certain commercial learner's permit holders.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1848a study of central counting stations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a study by the secretary of state on the feasibility of central counting stations complying with federal standards for facilities that contain sensitive information.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1859air conditioning and refrigeration contractors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of air conditioning and refrigeration contracting, including eligibility for an air conditioning and refrigeration technician registration or certification.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1883state tests on religious holy days2023 · 88th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of assessment instruments to public school students on religious holy days.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1885variable speed limits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Transportation Commission to establish variable speed limits.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1890hospital at home programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of a hospital at home program by certain hospitals; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1900notice of insurance cancellation or nonrenewal2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to notice of cancellation or nonrenewal of a property and casualty insurance policy.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1905school safety training for private schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 50 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to allowing school districts to make available certain school safety training courses to employees of certain private schools, child-care facilities, or organizations providing out-of-school-time care.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1910prosecution for forgery2023 · 88th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of forgery.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1911home addresses in appraisal records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1912student building fees at UT Dallas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to student buildings fees at The University of Texas at Dallas.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1913a memorial highway in Eastland County2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm to Market Road 2526 in Eastland County as the Sergeant Barbara Fenley Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1914compensatory time for prison employees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to compensatory time accrued by an employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1922reauthorizing city building permit fees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to periodic reauthorization of municipal building permit fees.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1925the Harris County Hospital District provider program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of a health care provider participation program by the Harris County Hospital District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1926supplemental special education services2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the expiration date and funding of the supplemental special education services program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1949continuing the Red River Boundary Commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of the Red River Boundary Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1957public inspection of nonprofit finances2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the availability of financial information of nonprofit corporations for public inspection.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1959school transfers for officers’ children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain public school students who are children of peace officers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1964accident reports for vehicle storage facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report to an employee or authorized representative of a vehicle storage facility.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1968a memorial highway in Williamson County2023 · 88th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 35 in Williamson County as the Officer Charles Whites Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1971groundwater district permit procedures2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the procedures for acting on a permit or permit amendment application by a groundwater conservation district and the disqualification of board members of groundwater conservation districts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1989district clerk fees for court copies2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the fees assessed by a district clerk for copies of certain court documents.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1996group family leave insurance2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of group family leave insurance issued through an employer to pay for certain losses of income.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1998physician discipline by the Texas Medical Board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Julie Johnson (D), House District 115 (Farmers Branch) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of physicians, the disciplinary authority of the Texas Medical Board, and the administration of the Texas Physician Health Program; increasing a criminal penalty; imposing a surcharge.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2002credit for payments made directly to doctors2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to preferred provider benefit plan out-of-pocket expense credits for payments made by an insured directly to a physician or health care provider.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2007certificates of merit in professional suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a certificate of merit in certain actions against certain licensed or registered professionals.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2012displaying the national motto in classrooms2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the display of the national motto in public school and institution of higher education classrooms.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2015the age exemption from jury service2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the exemption from jury service for persons over a certain age.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2016massage therapy licensing requirements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the eligibility requirements for a license as a massage establishment, massage school, massage therapist, or massage therapy instructor.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2019the limitations period for burglary2023 · 88th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the statute of limitations for certain burglary offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2022residential construction liability2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to residential construction liability.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2024deadlines for residential construction claims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims arising out of residential construction.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2026the Rural Veterinarian Incentive Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Rural Veterinarian Incentive Program.”

Higher Education · 8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2059mental health first aid training2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to mental health first aid training provided by local mental health authorities and local behavioral health authorities.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2060an artificial intelligence advisory council2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the artificial intelligence advisory council.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2063consent to board a pet unattended2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 50 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to required informed consent before a dog or cat may be boarded at a kennel and left unattended; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2065auto policy nonrenewal for failing to cooperate2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to nonrenewal of certain private passenger automobile insurance policies for the insured's failure to cooperate in a third-party liability claim or action.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2071public facility affordable housing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to certain public facilities, including public facilities used to provide affordable housing.”

Property Taxes · 7 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2073utility recovery of fuel and power costs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the recovery of fuel and purchased power costs by electric utilities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2100loan repayment for mental health professionals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.”

Higher Education · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2102new campuses for charter schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a new open-enrollment charter school campus by certain charter holders and to the expansion of an open-enrollment charter school.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2109dams of the Lower Brushy Creek district2023 · 88th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and removal of dams by the Lower Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2121the property tax rendition form2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the form of a rendition statement or property report used to render property for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2127state preemption of local regulation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to state preemption of and the effect of certain state or federal law on certain municipal and county regulation.”

47 record votes · 47 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2129theft education programs offered by merchants2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a merchant allowing a person suspected of committing or attempting to commit theft to complete a theft education program.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2154fitness standards for attorney general officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adoption of physical fitness programs and standards for law enforcement officers employed by the office of the attorney general.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2157salaries for transfers within a state agency2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the salary of certain employees who transfer within a state agency.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2170toll collections2023 · 88th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to toll collections by a toll project entity.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2177a digital course materials pilot program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing a digital course materials pilot program.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2183temporary appointment of county jailers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the temporary appointment of county jailers.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2187abandoning or endangering a vulnerable person2023 · 88th Legislature

By Yvonne Davis (D), House District 111 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the criminal offense of abandoning or endangering a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2188statistical agents for the insurance commissioner2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the qualifications of statistical agents for the commissioner of insurance.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2190terminology for traffic crashes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the terminology used to describe transportation-related accidents.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2194a “Made in Texas” labeling program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to establishing a "Made in Texas" labeling program.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2195fictitious or obscured license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to wrong, fictitious, altered, or obscured license plates; increasing a criminal penalty.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2196trusts2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to trusts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2201housing inmates in state jail facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to housing certain inmates in state jail felony facilities.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2209the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership2023 · 88th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to establishing the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) program and creating an allotment and outcomes bonus under the Foundation School Program to support the program.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2217the practice of public accountancy2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of the practice of public accountancy.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2230the economic stabilization fund balance2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the determination of the sufficient balance of the economic stabilization fund for the purpose of allocating general revenue to that fund and the state highway fund.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2263energy conservation programs by gas utilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a natural gas local distribution company to offer energy conservation programs.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2271protection of aquaculture operations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the protection of aquaculture operations.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2285terms for school district trustees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain independent school districts to change the terms for members of the districts' board of trustees.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2291handguns carried by retired judges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shelby Slawson (R), House District 59 (Stephenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the carrying or possession of a handgun by certain retired judges and justices.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2306prosecution for voyeurism2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of voyeurism.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2308nuisance suits against agricultural operations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to nuisance actions and other actions against agricultural operations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2313trafficking training for rideshare drivers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to training materials for certain transportation network company drivers regarding human trafficking awareness and prevention.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2314filing workers’ compensation death claims2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to filing death benefits claims under the workers' compensation system.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2323license plates for the state song centennial2023 · 88th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates commemorating the 100th anniversary of the writing of the state song.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2333trusts without an identified beneficiary2023 · 88th Legislature

By Steve Allison (R), House District 121 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to noncharitable trusts without an ascertainable beneficiary.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2334a plumbing license exemption for private property2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an exemption from the plumbing licensing law for certain work performed on certain private property.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2353city hotel occupancy tax revenue2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2354open-space appraisal after transfer to a spouse2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer to a surviving spouse.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2371abandoned plots in city cemeteries2023 · 88th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the disposition of burial spaces and abandoned plots in certain cemeteries in the possession and control of a municipality.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2373consolidating water systems under one tariff2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a water or sewer utility to consolidate more than one system under a single tariff.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2384training and transparency for judicial candidates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to court administration, including the knowledge, efficiency, training, and transparency requirements for candidates for or holders of judicial offices.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2442utility certificates of convenience and necessity2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity issued to certain retail public utilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2443petitions to change groundwater district rules2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain persons to petition a groundwater conservation district to change certain rules.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2453digital occupational licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of a digital occupational license by a state agency, county, or municipality.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2459penalties for illegal employment of children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the administration of violations and administrative penalties of the employment of children.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2460updated water availability models2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2464annuity increases for municipal retirees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to optional annuity increases for certain retirees and beneficiaries of the Texas Municipal Retirement System.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2468lifetime workers’ compensation benefits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the entitlement of an injured employee to lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2478newborn and infant screening tests2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to newborn and infant screening tests.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2484safety of officials at school games2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the safety of a referee, judge, or other official at certain public school extracurricular activities and competitions and prohibiting certain conduct by a spectator related to those officials' safety.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2488the burden of proof in property tax appeals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the burden of proof in certain ad valorem tax appeals.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2495athletic trainer licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirements to obtain or renew an athletic trainer license.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2499Special Forces Day2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to designating June 28 as Special Forces Day.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2518lease terms for public property2023 · 88th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to required lease terms for public property leased to a nongovernmental entity; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2545genetic data and DNA property rights2023 · 88th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an individual's genetic data, including the use of that data by certain genetic testing companies for commercial purposes and the individual's property right in DNA; authorizing a civil penalty.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2555electric utility resiliency planning2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to transmission and distribution system resiliency planning by and cost recovery for electric utilities.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2559who may administer an oath2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the persons authorized to administer an oath in this state.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2568a study of carrizo cane on the border2023 · 88th Legislature

By Richard Hayes (R), House District 57 (Hickory Creek) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a study of carrizo cane on the international border of this state.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2575the workforce diploma pilot program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the workforce diploma pilot program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2590a named highway in Lubbock County2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 40 in Lubbock County as The Maines Brothers Band Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2616lights on medical examiner vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation of and lighting equipment for medical examiner vehicles and vehicles operated by justices of the peace in certain circumstances.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2620county jail costs for inmates awaiting transfer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to compensation to a county for certain costs of confinement.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2626campaign finance reports online2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the availability on the Internet of certain reports of political contributions and expenditures.”

Elections & Voting · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2636liability of RV parks and campgrounds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to liability of a recreational vehicle park or campground entity for injuries arising from certain activities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2660police procedures for missing persons2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to duties and procedures and to training programs for law enforcement agencies regarding missing children and missing persons.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2664customer information at government utilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carl H. Tepper (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure of customer information by government-operated utilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2671postponing family law hearings for mediation2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the postponement of a hearing for a temporary order in certain family law cases referred to mediation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2674applications to become a state depository2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the application submitted to the comptroller for designation as a state depository.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2691state payments to people who owe taxes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of the comptroller of public accounts to issue certain payments to persons who are indebted or delinquent in taxes owed to the state and to state agency reporting requirements regarding such persons.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2700sexually explicit material involving children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prosecution of certain criminal offenses prohibiting sexually explicit visual material involving children.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2706regulation of manufactured homes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of manufactured homes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2708inmate visitation policies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to visitation policies for inmates and state jail felony defendants.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2715following or tracking a person2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a prohibition on following an individual and tracking or monitoring the individual's personal property or motor vehicle and to the criminal prosecution of that conduct.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2719Texas Historical Commission historic sites2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the powers of the Texas Historical Commission over historic sites in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2727Medicaid home telemonitoring2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of home telemonitoring services under Medicaid.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2729teacher requirements for prekindergarten2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to teacher requirements for high quality prekindergarten programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2732cemeteries in certain cities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities.”

Immigration & Border · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2741the Specialty Courts Advisory Council2023 · 88th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the duties and composition of the Specialty Courts Advisory Council.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2746refunds on terminated debt cancellation agreements2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to requirements related to refunds and credit provided under terminated debt cancellation agreements.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2754license plates for retired peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for retired peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2755the boater education program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the minimum instruction requirement for the boater education program and the disposition and use of money received by the Parks and Wildlife Department from the boater education program.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2759the TexMesonet weather network2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of the TexMesonet Hydrometeorology Network and creation of the TexMesonet Advisory Committee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2774income tax expenses in water utility rates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the treatment of income tax expenses in rate proceedings for water and sewer utilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2777Parks and Wildlife contracting authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the contracting authority of the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2800meetings of county election boards2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to meetings of a county election board.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2802the Medicaid application and notices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Medicaid application form and communication with Medicaid recipients.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2804student athlete name, image and likeness2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law

“Relating to use of the name, image, or likeness of a student athlete participating in an intercollegiate athletic program at an institution of higher education.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2815conservation district powers and buyer notices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers, authorities, duties, and responsibilities of certain conservation and reclamation districts and to notice a person who proposes to sell or convey real property located in any of certain conservation and reclamation districts must provide to a prospective purchaser of that pro”

3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2835a memorial highway in Hood and Somervell Counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 144 in Hood and Somervell Counties as the Ed Shipman Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2837merchant codes tracking firearm purchases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibiting a person or entity from surveilling, reporting, or tracking the purchase of firearms, ammunition, and accessories through the use of certain merchant category codes; imposing a civil penalty.”

Guns & Weapons · 9 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2839liquidity stress tests for insurers2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a liquidity stress test for certain insurance companies.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2847Railroad Commission authority over hydrogen2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas over and a study of the production, pipeline transportation, and storage of hydrogen.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2850discovery in family law cases2023 · 88th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to discovery procedures for civil actions brought under the Family Code.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2867dissolving the Save Historic Muny District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the date of dissolution of the Save Historic Muny District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2876license plates for industrial firefighters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for industrial firefighters; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2892school transfers for military children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain public school students who are children of certain military servicemembers.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2897prosecution for theft of service2023 · 88th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of theft of service.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2899impounding vehicles used in street racing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mihaela Plesa (D), House District 70 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the impoundment of a vehicle used in the commission of the offense of racing on a highway or in the commission of certain criminal conduct involving a reckless driving exhibition.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2901commercial vehicle safety enforcement in cities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2920information on college and career options2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the distribution, posting, or provision of information regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities and to the confidentiality of certain information relating to persons provided assistance in accessing postsecondary education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2929continuing education for teachers and counselors2023 · 88th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to continuing education and training requirements for classroom teachers and public school counselors.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2947the definition of agricultural operations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the definition of agricultural operations.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2951a service dog program for veterans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a service dog pilot program for certain veterans.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2961criminal responsibility for a coconspirator2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to criminal responsibility for the conduct of a coconspirator.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2965construction claims on public buildings2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain construction liability claims concerning public buildings and public works.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2969age limits for adoptive parents2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibiting a maximum age or age differential for prospective adoptive parents.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3007Benbrook Water Authority bonds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Benbrook Water Authority to issue bonds.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3009who may examine a person for guardianship2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the health care providers authorized to examine a person to determine whether the person is incapacitated for purposes of certain guardianship proceedings.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3013contracts exempt from procurement notice2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shelby Slawson (R), House District 59 (Stephenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to exempting certain contracts from procurement notice requirements.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3014safety inspections for electric vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the motor vehicle safety inspection of electric vehicles.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3025kidnapping and interference with child custody2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offenses of aggravated kidnapping, kidnapping, and interference with child custody.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3033the public information law2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the public information law.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3053disannexation of recently annexed areas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the municipal disannexation of certain areas annexed during a certain period of time.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3058medical treatment for pregnant patients2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the provision of certain medical treatment to a pregnant woman by a physician or health care provider.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3059the groundwater export fee2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the export fee charged for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.”

8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3060regulation of recycling and recycled products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of recycling and recycled products.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3065taking wildlife by Parks and Wildlife staff2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ernest Bailes (R), House District 18 (Shepherd) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the taking of wildlife by an employee of the Parks and Wildlife Department or by a person or agent of the person on the person's property.”

Guns & Weapons · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3075drones over correctional facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over a correctional facility or detention facility; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3096the Texas Energy Reliability Council report2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the date by which the Texas Energy Reliability Council is required to submit to the legislature a report on the reliability and stability of the electricity supply chain.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3099a memorial highway in Wise and Jack Counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 380 in Wise and Jack Counties as the Lost Battalion Memorial Highway.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3125lighting on emergency vehicles2023 · 88th Legislature

By Erin Elizabeth Gámez (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on authorized emergency vehicles.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3130licensing records of shelter clients2023 · 88th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the protection of certain occupational licensing information regarding clients of family violence shelter centers, victims of trafficking shelter centers, and sexual assault programs and survivors of family violence, domestic violence, and sexual assault.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3132a deaf designation on driver’s licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an optional designation on a driver's license or personal identification certificate indicating that a person is deaf or hard of hearing.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3137local regulation of firearms and air guns2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carrie Isaac (R), House District 73 (Wimberley) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prohibited local regulation with respect to a firearm or air gun.”

Guns & Weapons · 9 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3144Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Lujan (R), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to designating October as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3156engineer liability for TxDOT inspections2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to liability of engineers and certain business entities performing construction monitoring and inspection services for the Texas Department of Transportation.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3161unidentified bodies and disposition of remains2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the duties of a justice of the peace, medical examiner, or other investigator regarding the bodies of unidentified deceased persons and to the control by certain persons of the disposition of a deceased person's remains.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3162advance directives and do-not-resuscitate orders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to advance directives, do-not-resuscitate orders, and health care treatment decisions made by or on behalf of certain patients, including a review of directives and decisions.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3186youth diversion for fine-only offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to youth diversion strategies and procedures for children accused of certain fine-only offenses in municipal and justice courts and related criminal justice matters; authorizing fees.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3191elections at certain hospital districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the elections and operations of certain hospital districts.”

Elections & Voting · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3207appraisal district agricultural advisory boards2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the composition of the agricultural advisory board of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3208windstorm insurance premium refunds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the refund of premiums on the cancellation of Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies by insureds.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3222eligibility for disaster recovery loans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to eligibility for a loan under the disaster recovery loan program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3223management of a declared disaster2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the management of a declared state of disaster.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3224vehicle registration and financial responsibility2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the status of the registration of a vehicle after a failure to establish financial responsibility.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3265reports by the Health and Human Services Commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the submission of certain reports by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3273notice of online property tax information2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to public notice of the availability on the Internet of property-tax-related information.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3286prescription drug benefits under Medicaid and CHIP2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to prescription drug benefits under Medicaid and the child health plan program.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3287Texas State Technical College campus locations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the locations of the campuses of the Texas State Technical College System.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3288notice of a used vehicle transfer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to notice of transfer of a used motor vehicle.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3290the next generation 9-1-1 service fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the next generation 9-1-1 service fund.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3297ending vehicle safety inspections2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2025

“Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and the imposition of replacement fees.”

10 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3301dissolving the Green Tree Park Utility District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the dissolution of the Green Tree Park Municipal Utility District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3310windstorm claims appraisal deadlines2023 · 88th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to deadlines for the claims appraisal process of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3311the windstorm association board of directors2023 · 88th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the process of selecting representatives of the insurance industry to serve on the board of directors of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3313lighting on motorcycles and mopeds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on motorcycles and mopeds.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3323food system security planning2023 · 88th Legislature

By Vikki Goodwin (D), House District 47 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to food system security and resiliency planning.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3335workers’ compensation for officers on emergency calls2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to employment activities of certain peace officers responding to an emergency call for purposes of the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3345the sexually oriented business fee2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the amount of the fee imposed on certain sexually oriented businesses that is allocated to the sexual assault program fund and the allocation of certain other revenue to that fund; increasing the amount of a fee.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3359network adequacy for preferred provider plans2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to network adequacy standards and other requirements for preferred provider benefit plans.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3361the slaughter of livestock2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the slaughtering of livestock.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3372reporting contributions made by credit card2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kronda Thimesch (R), House District 65 (Lewisville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the reporting of political contributions, including in-kind contributions, and expenditures made using a credit card.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3390information on distributed generation2023 · 88th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of information regarding distributed generation and certain electrical loads.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3414the statewide all payor claims database2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the statewide all payor claims database.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3419transportation of horse meat2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the transportation of horse meat.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3424training for commissioned security officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Frederick Frazier (R), House District 61 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the eligibility and training requirements for commissioned security officers and personal protection officers.”

Guns & Weapons · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3436a state property interest in Palo Pinto County2023 · 88th Legislature

By Glenn Rogers (R), House District 60 (Graford) · became law

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Military Department to negotiate the release of a reversionary interest and certain other interests of the state in certain property in Palo Pinto County owned by the Palo Pinto County Livestock Association.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3437change orders for water district contracts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority to approve change orders for certain contracts for the construction, repair, and renovation of water district facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3440posting meeting agendas online2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the governmental bodies required to post on the Internet agendas for meetings under the open meetings law.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3444classification of transportation districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the classification of transportation districts by the Texas Transportation Commission.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3447the Texas Space Commission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Space Commission and the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3453hotel occupancy taxes in certain counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the applicability and rates of that tax in certain counties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3456continuing provider participation programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of certain health care provider participation programs in this state.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3461creating funds and dedicating revenue2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue and allocation of accrued interest on dedicated revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3462consolidating state ombudsman programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3466Holocaust Remembrance Week and community collaboratives2023 · 88th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the administration of certain programs regarding Holocaust Remembrance Week and the establishment and expansion of community collaboratives.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3474court procedures and judicial administration2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures regarding proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including the service of process and delivery of documents related to the proceedings, the administration of oaths, and the management of the Texas Indigent ”

6 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3485a contractor’s right to refuse added work2023 · 88th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a contractor's or subcontractor's right to elect not to proceed with additional work under a contract.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3492county and city fees on subdivision construction2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to county and municipal authority to impose certain value-based fees and require disclosure of certain information related to subdivision construction.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3497licenses for oyster boat crews2023 · 88th Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirement that certain persons taking oysters on a licensed commercial oyster boat obtain a commercial fisherman's license.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3506storage and removal of DNA samples2023 · 88th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the storage in and removal from certain DNA databases of certain DNA samples.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3507construction contracts of conservation districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to contracts for the construction, repair, and renovation of certain conservation and reclamation district facilities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3514city annexation inside water districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to annex property in certain water districts.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3526building codes for solar pergolas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the application of a municipal building code to the construction of a solar pergola.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3536commercial landlord remedies for unlawful activity2023 · 88th Legislature

By Christian Manuel (D), House District 22 (Port Arthur) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a commercial landlord's remedies regarding certain unlawful activities on the premises of commercial rental property.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3550prescribed pediatric extended care centers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to standards for and services provided by prescribed pediatric extended care centers, including Medicaid reimbursement for those services.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3553higher penalties for offenses at certain locations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain offenses if committed at certain locations.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3554higher penalties for trafficking at certain locations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of trafficking of persons if committed at certain locations.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3556local alerts for missing children2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a local area activation of the alert system for certain missing children.”

Crime & Policing · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3558stopping at a stop sign2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle at an intersection with a stop sign.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3574regulation of state banks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of state banks.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3579regulation of massage establishments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of massage therapists and massage establishments by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and political subdivisions.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3599fuel tax and fee exemptions for food banks2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for, and registration fees for motor vehicles owned by, certain nonprofit food banks.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3603restitution payments on parole2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · signed into law, effective December 1, 2023

“Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3613citywide elections after apportionment2023 · 88th Legislature

By Briscoe Cain (R), House District 128 (Deer Park) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the election of the entire governing body of a municipality following each apportionment.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3623school marshals at joint school events2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a memorandum of understanding between public or private primary or secondary schools authorizing a school marshal of one school to act as a school marshal at the other school during an event at which both schools participate.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3643temporary licenses from the Department of Public Safety2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of a temporary license by the Department of Public Safety.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3647license consequences of criminal convictions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the imposition by the Department of Public Safety of administrative and civil consequences for certain criminal convictions.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3651motor fuel taxes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ernest Bailes (R), House District 18 (Shepherd) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to motor fuel taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3660a defense to animal cruelty charges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a defense to prosecution for the offense of cruelty to nonlivestock animals under certain circumstances.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3672memorial highways for fallen peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways for certain deceased peace officers.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3673reserve valuation for certain life insurers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to an exemption for certain life insurance companies regarding the valuation of reserves.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3697county regulation of subdivision plats2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to county regulation of subdivisions and approval of subdivision plans or plats.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3698the protective order registry2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to expanding access to the protective order registry and the inclusion of certain information regarding a person who is the subject of a protective order in that registry.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3699city regulation of subdivision plats2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to municipal regulation of subdivisions and approval of subdivision plans or plats.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3708school funding for non-enrolled UIL participants2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to creating an allotment under the Foundation School Program for school districts that allow non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3712malt beverage samples for retailers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing a holder of a distributor's license to provide samples of malt beverages to retailers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3727city and county hotel occupancy taxes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3730the capitol complex telephone directory2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the directory of users of the centralized telephone service for entities in the capitol complex.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3731the Bandera County River Authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3743Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation fees2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; expanding authority to adopt fees.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3765luggage for foster children’s belongings2023 · 88th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the establishment of a supply of luggage by the Department of Family and Protective Services for the transport of the personal belongings of a foster child.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3803repeating a course or grade2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to allowing parents and guardians to elect for a student to repeat or retake a course or grade.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3808the pediatric neuropsychiatric syndrome advisory council2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome advisory council.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3810notices from public water systems to TCEQ2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain notices provided to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality by public water supply systems.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3837designating advanced clean energy projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of advanced clean energy projects.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3858peace officer wellness programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Frederick Frazier (R), House District 61 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to peace officer wellness programs within certain law enforcement agencies.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3860tax assessor-collector liability for deputies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the liability of county tax assessor-collectors for certain acts of deputies.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3908fentanyl awareness education in schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness education in public schools.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3917dismissing truancy complaints against parents2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to dismissal of a complaint alleging a parent contributing to nonattendance on the parent's fulfillment of certain terms.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3928dyslexia evaluations and services in schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Steve Toth (R), House District 15 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to dyslexia evaluations and services for public school students, the provision of services for students with dyslexia and related disorders, and certain parental notice regarding the rights of parents of public school students with disabilities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3929the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the adoption by the Supreme Court of Texas of the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3949arbitration of disputes among nonprofit members2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to arbitration of certain controversies involving members of certain nonprofit entities.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3956DNA records for felony arrests2023 · 88th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of DNA records for a person arrested for a felony offense and the expunction of DNA records in certain circumstances.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3981fire marshals as peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the designation of certain fire marshals and related officers, inspectors, and investigators as peace officers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3991Texas Fruit and Vegetable Day2023 · 88th Legislature

By Carrie Isaac (R), House District 73 (Wimberley) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to Texas Fruit and Vegetable Day in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3993automatic admission for nontraditional students2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the automatic admission of students with a nontraditional secondary education to certain public institutions of higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4005the Competency-Based Education Grant Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas Competency-Based Education Grant Program for certain students enrolled in competency-based baccalaureate degree programs and to formula funding and dropped and repeated course restrictions for students enrolled in those degree programs at public institution”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4015fees for the rail safety program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the disposition of certain fees collected for the rail safety program.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4018carbon sequestration on Parks and Wildlife land2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of Parks and Wildlife Department land for carbon sequestration or similar ecosystem services projects.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4034disability and death benefits for police and firefighters2023 · 88th Legislature

By Julie Johnson (D), House District 115 (Farmers Branch) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain disability and death benefits payable by the public retirement systems for police and fire fighters in certain municipalities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4041paying miscellaneous claims against the state2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4051media production development zones2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the criteria for media production development zone recognition.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4057adding property to a conservation district2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the inclusion of a property in a conservation district by certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4069price disclosure before emergency animal care2023 · 88th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the required disclosure of prices by a veterinarian before providing emergency treatment to an ill or injured animal.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4077qualifying for the elderly homestead exemption2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the procedure for qualifying for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of an elderly person.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4082city and county anticipation notes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the purposes for which a municipality or county may issue an anticipation note or certificate of obligation.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4085costs of mental health hearings2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the payment by the state or a county of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4087on-site sewage disposal systems2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of certain on-site sewage disposal systems.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4101limited arbitration over appraisal protest rules2023 · 88th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the matters that may be the subject of limited binding arbitration to compel compliance with procedural requirements related to protests before appraisal review boards.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4122motorcycles on laned roadways2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles on a roadway laned for traffic.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4123access to criminal history records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to and use of certain criminal history record information.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4141a study of retirement benefits for peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study conducted by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas on the feasibility of offering alternative service retirement benefits to peace officers who are members of the retirement system.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4142attorney’s fees in vehicle lien suits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the award of attorney's fees in an action to enforce a motor vehicle mortgagee's lien.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4158reporting homesteads under the school tax limit2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the determination and reporting of the number of residence homesteads of elderly or disabled persons that are subject to the limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that may be imposed on the properties by school districts.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4164misuse of assistance and service animals2023 · 88th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the improper use and treatment of an assistance animal or service animal; increasing a criminal penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4169prevocational services in Medicaid waivers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to providing prevocational or similar services under certain Medicaid waiver programs.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4170enforcement against child-care administrators2023 · 88th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to enforcement actions taken against a child-care or child-placing agency administrator's license.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4183waiving the marriage waiting period2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a waiver of the waiting period for a marriage ceremony.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4217powers of public utility agencies2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ellen Troxclair (R), House District 19 (Lakeway) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers of certain public utility agencies; granting the power of eminent domain.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4218retrofitting rented vehicles with safety devices2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to liability related to a duty to retrofit certain rented or leased motor vehicles with safety devices.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4227repealing a city civil service system2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the repeal of a municipal civil service system for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4233runaway prevention training for caregivers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Erin Zwiener (D), House District 45 (Driftwood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to training regarding runaway prevention for certain individuals who provide care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4246unclaimed money for rural scholarships and grants2023 · 88th Legislature

By Angelia Orr (R), House District 13 (Itasca) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to delivery of certain unclaimed money for scholarships for rural students, rural economic development, and energy efficiency assistance.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4250postage costs from excess tax sale proceeds2023 · 88th Legislature

By Suleman Lalani (D), House District 76 (Sugar Land) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the right of the clerk of a court to deduct from the amount of the excess proceeds from an ad valorem tax sale of property the cost of postage for sending to the former owner of the property a notice of the owner's right to claim the proceeds.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4256grants to plug leaking water wells2023 · 88th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a grant program to plug leaking water wells in certain counties.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4333a Bexar County family violence diversion program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Josey Garcia (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the extension of a family violence pretrial diversion pilot program in Bexar County.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4337licenses issued by foreign governments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to licenses and similar documents issued by certain foreign governments.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4363the Future Texas Teachers Scholarship Program2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Future Texas Teachers Scholarship Program for certain students at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4372peace officers commissioned by private schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the commissioning of peace officers by certain private schools.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4375CPR and defibrillator instruction in schools2023 · 88th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4381suspending a money judgment during appeal2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mano DeAyala (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the suspension of a money judgment pending appeal in a civil action.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4416regulation of auctioneering2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the regulation of auctioneering by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4417court-ordered programs regulated by the state2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of court-ordered programs regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4421the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to qualifications for and limitations on awarding the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4422a study of border crossing infrastructure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on enhancing border security outcomes through public safety, technological, and transportation infrastructure improvements near Texas-Mexico border crossings.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4443allocating federal affordable housing money2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the allocation of certain federal money provided under the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4446licensing and permits for game rooms2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to certain licensing and permitting requirements for game rooms; authorizing an occupational permit or license; authorizing a fee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4451a report on apprenticeship opportunities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Salman Bhojani (D), House District 92 (Euless) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a report by the Texas Workforce Commission regarding apprenticeship opportunities in this state for emerging and high-demand industries.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4456school district tax rate calculations2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the calculation of certain ad valorem tax rates of a school district.”

Property Taxes · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4494coastal cities and the hotel occupancy tax2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligible coastal municipalities for purposes of the municipal hotel occupancy tax.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4500electronic verification of health benefits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Caroline Harris Davila (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to electronic verification of health benefits by health benefit plan issuers for certain physicians and health care providers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4504revising the Code of Criminal Procedure2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2025

“Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, including conforming amendments.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4510reporting by state agencies and counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2024

“Relating to reporting of certain information by state agencies and counties, including information related to appropriated money, activities of certain consultants, and tax revenue.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4520educators convicted of harmful material offenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to employment and retirement consequences for an educator convicted of or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for the sale, distribution, or display of harmful material to a minor.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4528taking a license after a refused intoxication test2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the requirement that a peace officer take possession of a person's driver's license following the person's failure to pass or refusal to consent to a test for intoxication.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4539the moving image industry incentive program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to qualifications for participation in the moving image industry incentive program.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4550allocating low income housing tax credits2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Cunningham (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the allocation of low income housing tax credits.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4553eligibility for state information technology services2023 · 88th Legislature

By Oscar Longoria (D), House District 35 (Mission) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the eligibility of certain entities for services and commodity items provided by the Department of Information Resources and statewide technology centers.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4559population brackets in state law2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the application of statutes that classify political subdivisions according to population.”

1 record vote · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4595nonsubstantive corrections to the codes2023 · 88th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes and to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4611revising the health and human services laws2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law

“Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the health and human services laws governing the Health and Human Services Commission, Medicaid, and other social services.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4628duties after a DNA profile comparison2023 · 88th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the duties of law enforcement agencies, crime laboratories, and the Department of Public Safety following the performance of certain DNA profile comparisons.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4635organized crime and racketeering2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to organized crime, racketeering activities, and collection of unlawful debts; providing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4645a tax exemption for low-income housing2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lulu Flores (D), House District 51 (Austin) · became law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4696abuse investigations and the misconduct registry2023 · 88th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, the making and investigation of complaints alleging violations of certain health facility licensing requirements, and the content of the employee misconduct registry.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4700a Nacogdoches County hospital provider program2023 · 88th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the Nacogdoches County Hospital District.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4704Jackson County drainage district taxing authority2023 · 88th Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to taxing authority of Jackson County County-Wide Drainage District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4714electronic recording in a San Antonio court2023 · 88th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the use of an electronic recording device to report proceedings before a municipal court of record for the City of San Antonio.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4742a study of communities with artificial drainage2023 · 88th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board of issues faced by communities with artificial drainage systems.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4758a ban on certain e-cigarette products2023 · 88th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2024

“Relating to a prohibition on certain e-cigarette products; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4797training on toll roads in bad weather2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ramon Romero, Jr. (D), House District 90 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to training on the treatment of toll project roadways during inclement weather.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4835health care provider participation programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation and operations of certain health care provider participation programs.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4844a broker for Nueces County hospital property2023 · 88th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of a broker for the sale of real property by the Nueces County Hospital District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4856TCEQ authority over recharge injection wells2023 · 88th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality over certain recharge injection wells.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4885the Texas emissions reduction plan2023 · 88th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to programs established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4888Medicaid coverage of non-opioid treatments2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for non-opioid treatments.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4906tracking equipment used by peace officers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications by certain peace officers.”

Crime & PolicingHigher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4928county health care provider participation programs2023 · 88th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of certain health care provider participation programs in certain counties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4932foreign emissions in nonattainment areas2023 · 88th Legislature

By Janie Lopez (R), House District 37 (San Benito) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the amount of foreign emissions of air contaminants in nonattainment areas and the revision of the state implementation plan to account for those emissions.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4964alcohol at the Texas State History Museum2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages at the Texas State History Museum.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4990the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative and a governing board and advisory council for the initiative.”

Higher Education · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4997a technical college campus in Comal County2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a campus of the Texas State Technical College System located in Comal County and Guadalupe County.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5010classifying State Bar grievances2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the classification of a grievance filed with the State Bar of Texas.”

7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5012city tax revenue for convention center projects2023 · 88th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and other qualified projects.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5066electricity service in areas needing transmission2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to electricity service in areas of this state with a need for transmission projects.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5105hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Lynn Stucky (R), House District 64 (Sanger) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the use of revenue from that tax.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5135K9s4KIDs license plates2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of K9s4KIDs specialty license plates.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5142veteran designations on driver’s licenses2023 · 88th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the issuance of specially marked driver's licenses and personal identification certificates to veterans.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5174the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Consortium2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Consortium.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5178a hotel occupancy tax in certain counties2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the applicability of that tax in certain counties.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5180public inspection of election records2023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the public inspection of election records.”

Elections & Voting · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5183education programs after drug license suspensions2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (R), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to educational programs for persons whose driver's license is suspended following conviction of certain drug offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5195services for children in juvenile detention2023 · 88th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the services provided to certain children detained in a juvenile detention facility.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5202a database of violent offenders2023 · 88th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a central database containing information about offenders who have committed certain violent offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5232civil penalties under the state antitrust act2023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to civil penalties imposed for violations of the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5260the state vehicle fleet plan2023 · 88th Legislature

By Benjamin Bumgarner (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the office of vehicle fleet management's plan for the state's vehicle fleet.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5303the Springs Hill Special Utility District2023 · 88th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the Springs Hill Special Utility District; authorizing a fee; granting the power of eminent domain.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5310Tarrant County Municipal Utility District No. 22023 · 88th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Tarrant County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5311a development zone for The Woodlands Township2023 · 88th Legislature

By Steve Toth (R), House District 15 (Conroe) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation and operation of a development zone by and the tax revenue received by The Woodlands Township; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and taxes.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5330the Houston Community College service area2023 · 88th Legislature

By Ron Reynolds (D), House District 27 (Missouri City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the service area of the Houston Community College System District.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5336the powers of Port Freeport2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of Port Freeport; limiting the authority of certain municipalities to regulate land use by Port Freeport; and the creation of a reinvestment zone containing property owned by Port Freeport.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5344retired first responder coverage and a utility district2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the eligibility of certain retired firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical services providers to purchase continued health benefits coverage; the creation of certain special purpose districts and the name, powers, and duties of the 3 B&J Municipal Utility District; granting ”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5348Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 492023 · 88th Legislature

By Stan Kitzman (R), House District 85 (Pattison) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5355Prairie View Municipal Management District No. 12023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Prairie View Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5372The Grand Prairie Management District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of The Grand Prairie Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5373Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 12023 · 88th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5375Montgomery County Management District No. 22023 · 88th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5394the Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the powers, duties, territory, and governance of the Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5398the West Lake Ranch Municipal Management District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the West Lake Ranch Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5399the Jones Avenue Municipal Management District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Steve Allison (R), House District 121 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Jones Avenue Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5405converting the Legacy Water Control District2023 · 88th Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the conversion of the Legacy Water Control and Improvement District to the Legacy Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5409the Gulf Coast Protection District board2023 · 88th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the board of directors and duties of the Gulf Coast Protection District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5415Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 12023 · 88th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · became law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to the creation of the Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 32park bonds for El Paso County districts2023 · 88th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 11

“Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the authority of the legislature to permit conservation and reclamation districts in El Paso County to issue bonds supported by ad valorem taxes to fund the development and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 64a local tax exemption for child-care facilities2023 · 88th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 2

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 74creating the centennial parks conservation fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 14

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the centennial parks conservation fund.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 75the Texas water fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 6

“Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas water fund to assist in financing water projects in this state.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 87authorizing a medical manufacturing tax exemption2023 · 88th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 10

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation equipment or inventory held by a manufacturer of medical or biomedical products to protect the Texas healthcare network and strengthen our medical supply chain.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SJR 93the Texas energy fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 7

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the Texas energy fund to support the construction, maintenance, modernization, and operation of electric generating facilities.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 2a cost-of-living increase for retired teachers2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 9

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the 88th Legislature to provide a cost-of-living adjustment to certain annuitants of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 3the Texas University Fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 5

“Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the Texas University Fund, which provides funding to certain institutions of higher education to achieve national prominence as major research universities and drive the state economy.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 107the mandatory retirement age for judges2023 · 88th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · rejected by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 13 — it did not become part of the constitution

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the mandatory age of retirement for state justices and judges.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 125the broadband infrastructure fund2023 · 88th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 9 (Lufkin) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 8

“Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the broadband infrastructure fund to expand high-speed broadband access and assist in the financing of connectivity projects.”

7 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 126the right to farm and ranch2023 · 88th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 1

“Proposing a constitutional amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 132a ban on a wealth tax2023 · 88th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 3

“Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of an individual net worth or wealth tax.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 134abolishing the Galveston County treasurer2023 · 88th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · approved by voters November 7, 2023, as Proposition 12

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the office of county treasurer of Galveston County.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1the state budget2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law with line-item vetoes, effective September 1, 2021

“General Appropriations Bill.”

17 record votes · 175 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2governance of the Public Utility Commission and ERCOT2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and an independent organization certified to manage a power region.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 3preparing for weather emergencies and power outages2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies and power outages; increasing the amount of administrative and civil penalties.”

17 record votes · 38 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 4the national anthem at professional sports events2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to provisions in agreements between governmental entities and professional sports teams requiring the United States national anthem to be played at team events.”

6 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 6liability for claims arising during a pandemic2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to liability for certain claims arising during a pandemic or disaster related to a pandemic.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 8abortion after detection of an unborn child’s heartbeat2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to abortion, including abortions after detection of an unborn child's heartbeat; authorizing a private civil right of action.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 13state contracts with companies that boycott energy2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to state contracts with and investments in certain companies that boycott energy companies.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 15the Texas Consumer Privacy Act Phase I2021 · 87th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Texas Consumer Privacy Act Phase I; creating criminal offenses; increasing the punishment for an existing criminal offense.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 19contracts with companies that discriminate against firearms2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibited contracts with companies that discriminate against the firearm or ammunition industries.”

Guns & Weapons · 8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 20handguns carried and stored by hotel guests2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to carrying and storing a handgun or handgun ammunition by a hotel guest.”

Guns & Weapons · 8 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 22benefit claims by public safety employees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.”

5 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 23an election before cutting county law enforcement funding2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to an election to approve a reduction or reallocation of funding or resources for certain county law enforcement agencies.”

Crime & PolicingElections & Voting · 22 record votes · 23 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 24checks required before hiring a peace officer2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the procedures required before a law enforcement agency hires certain persons.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 25designating an essential caregiver for visitation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the right of certain residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.”

6 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 30removing discriminatory provisions from deeds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the removal of certain discriminatory provisions from a recorded conveyance instrument.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 40telehealth by state-licensed health professionals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of telehealth services by certain health professionals licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 41consolidating state civil court costs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the consolidation and allocation of state civil court costs; increasing certain civil court costs; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 43residential mortgage loans and wrap mortgages2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to residential mortgage loans, including the financing of residential real estate purchases by means of a wrap mortgage loan; providing licensing and registration requirements; authorizing an administrative penalty.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 44leave for state employees volunteering in disasters2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to leave for state employees who are volunteers of certain disaster relief organizations.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 45the prohibition against workplace sexual harassment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prohibition against sexual harassment in the workplace.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 48community supervision for offenses involving animals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to conditions of community supervision for defendants convicted of certain criminal offenses involving animals.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 49defendants with mental illness or intellectual disability2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 50competitive and integrated employment in Medicaid2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a competitive and integrated employment initiative for certain Medicaid recipients.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 56personal information of federal prosecutors and defenders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the availability of personal information of a current or former federal prosecutor or public defender.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 58local government purchases of cloud computing2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to purchasing of cloud computing services by a political subdivision.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 59promoting the state purchasing program to local governments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the advertising and promotion of a state purchasing program for local governments.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 62Texas Ethics Commission seminars and fees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to permitting the Texas Ethics Commission to provide seminars and charge an attendance fee for those seminars.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 63the property tax appraisal system2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the property tax appraisal system, including an entitlement to a tax exemption based on the appraised value of certain renewable energy devices.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 64a peer support network for law enforcement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a peer support network for certain law enforcement personnel.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 69the use of force by peace officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of force by peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 73Medicaid access for local public health agencies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to providing access to local public health entities and certain health service regional offices under Medicaid.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 89supplemental information in pandemic-year IEPs2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to supplemental information required for inclusion with a written statement of an individualized education program developed for certain public school students who received special education services during the 2019-2020 or 2020-2021 school year.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 109the offense of fraudulently securing document execution2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the criminal offense of fraudulent securing of document execution.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 111police duties to disclose evidence to a defendant2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain information subject to disclosure to a defendant.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 112tracking devices and location information in investigations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the procedures for the installation and use of tracking equipment and for access to certain communications and location information by law enforcement and the admissibility of certain evidence obtained through those procedures.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 113community land trusts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to community land trusts.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 149flying a drone over certain facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 153sales tax on payment processing services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2021

“Relating to the exclusion of certain payment processing services from the definition of "data processing service" for purposes of sales and use taxes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 157eminent domain reporting requirements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to eminent domain reporting requirements for certain entities.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 160county road reports2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to county road reports.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 162false statements made to illegally acquire a firearm2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a false statement made to illegally acquire a firearm; creating a criminal offense.”

Guns & Weapons · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 165dropped course limits during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an exception to dropped course limitations at public institutions of higher education for courses dropped during a disaster that results in a bar or limit on in-person course attendance.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 168emergency drills and exercises in public schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to emergency school drills and exercises conducted by public schools.”

Guns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 179how public school counselors spend their work time2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of public school counselors' work time.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 181license suspension and reinstatement education2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to suspension of a driver's license for persons convicted of certain offenses and the educational program required for reinstatement of a license following certain convictions; authorizing a fine.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 184reports on eating disorders and related deaths2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to reports on the prevalence of eating disorders and eating disorder-related deaths in this state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 197a sales tax exemption for adopted animals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2021

“Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for animals adopted from or sold by nonprofit animal welfare organizations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 199automated external defibrillators2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to automated external defibrillators.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 204the operation of a public school transportation system2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of a public school transportation system.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 219responsibility for defects in construction plans2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to civil liability and responsibility for the consequences of defects in the plans, specifications, or related documents for the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or of a road or highway.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 220notice of vendor rebates under state contracts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to notice and reporting requirements for vendor rebates under a contract listed on a multiple award contract schedule.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 224simplified certification for food assistance2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to simplified certification and recertification requirements for certain persons under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 225regulation of child-care facilities and family homes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities and family homes.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 230continuing education for county commissioners2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuing education requirement for county commissioners.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 231training for county election officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to training for county election officers.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 232expert reports in health care liability claims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to service of expert reports for health care liability claims.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 239disease prevention materials during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of educational materials regarding disease prevention during a disaster.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 244open meetings for tax reinvestment zone boards2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the application of the open meetings law to the board of directors of certain tax reinvestment zones.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 248permits for selling cigarettes and e-cigarettes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and e-cigarettes; requiring occupational permits; imposing fees; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 263supplemental assistance for relative caretakers2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the ability of certain relative caretakers of dependent children to receive supplemental financial assistance and be assigned as protective payees for financial assistance payments.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 270misuse of a nursing home resident’s funds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to civil liability of a nursing facility resident's responsible payor for misappropriation of the resident's funds.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 279suicide prevention information on student IDs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on certain student identification cards issued by a public school or public institution of higher education.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 280the capital and forensic writs committee2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the composition and duties of the capital and forensic writs committee.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 282public money to settle sexual harassment claims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a prohibition against the appropriation of money to settle or pay a sexual harassment claim made against certain members of the executive, legislative, or judicial branch of state government and to a prohibition against the use of other public money to settle such a claim.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 284a study of out-of-state physicians during the pandemic2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study of out-of-state physicians who practiced in this state during the COVID-19 pandemic.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 285the Title IV-D child support enforcement program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the administration of and certain procedures under the Title IV-D program for child support enforcement.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 286child support and spousal maintenance orders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and child support, including the payment of spousal maintenance by an obligor ordered to pay child support and the disclaimer of a property interest by a child support obligor.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 288retirees of the Teacher Retirement System who return to work2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to preventing the loss of benefits of and the payment of certain employer contributions for certain retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who resume service.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 291project information posted at construction sites2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the posting of certain project information at a commercial building construction site.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 295confidential records of sexual assault victims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the confidential and privileged communications and records of victims of certain sexual assault offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 296resale and exemption certificates in a tax audit2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the date by which a seller must provide resale and exemption certificates to the comptroller in connection with a sales and use tax audit.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 297criminal history checks for accountant license renewal2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the criminal history record information requirement for applicants for renewal of a license issued by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 312punishment for improper sexual activity in custody2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of improper sexual activity with a person in custody; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 313a sales tax exemption for firearm safety equipment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for firearm safety equipment.”

Guns & Weapons · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 315age limits at sexually oriented businesses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 321the Employees Retirement System of Texas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to contributions to, benefits from, and the administration of the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

8 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 331who may serve as an interpreter in an election2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligibility to serve as an interpreter in an election.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 334appraisal district records under the public information law2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain records of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 335specimens and evidence in intoxication cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the taking of a specimen to test for intoxication and retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 337grants for veterans in apprenticeship training2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the award of grants by the Texas Workforce Commission to facilitate the participation of certain veterans and military personnel in apprenticeship training programs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 338uniform conditions in school construction contracts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adoption of uniform general conditions for building construction contracts entered into by school districts and the composition of the committee that reviews uniform general conditions.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 346charter schools in the JET Grant Program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the participation of open-enrollment charter schools in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 374city annexation of certain rights-of-way2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal annexation of certain rights-of-way.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 383disclosures by Alzheimer’s care facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 390dissolving the Save Historic Muny District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sarah Eckhardt (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the date of dissolution of the Save Historic Muny District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 398resources and facilities for distributed generation2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain resources and facilities for distributed generation.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 403a right of first refusal on subsidized housing sales2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a right of first refusal applicable to the sale of housing developments that have received certain financial assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 415electric energy storage in the ERCOT region2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to use of electric energy storage facilities in the ERCOT power region.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 424state agency enforcement against small businesses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to state agency enforcement of laws regulating small businesses.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 437a protective equipment reserve advisory committee2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a personal protective equipment reserve advisory committee.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 445flashing warning lights on school buses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of a flashing warning signal light and certain other equipment by a person operating a school bus.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 452prevention and early intervention programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prevention and early intervention programs and practices.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 454mental health services development plans2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to mental health services development plans as updated by the Health and Human Services Commission and local mental health authority groups.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 460Buddy Check Day2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to designating the 11th day of each month as Buddy Check Day.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 462transporting meals and materials during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to funding under the transportation allotment for transporting meals and instructional materials to students during a declared disaster.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 464reporting deaths from communicable diseases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to reports on deaths from reportable and other communicable diseases to county health authorities and health departments.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 475state and local information security programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to state agency and local government information management and security, including establishment of the state risk and authorization management program and the Texas volunteer incident response team; authorizing fees.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 476county adult sexual assault response teams2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishment of county adult sexual assault response teams.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 477sales tax on marketplace provider sales2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration and collection of sales and use taxes and certain fees applicable to sales involving marketplace providers.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 480the student union fee at the University of Houston2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the student union fee at the University of Houston.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 481transfers to districts offering in-person instruction2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain public school students to a school district offering in-person instruction.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 484private counsel for members of the state military forces2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the right of a member of the state military forces to retain private legal counsel and file a civil action.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 500operating a boarding home without a permit2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of operating a boarding home facility without a permit and to a study regarding the regulation of group homes.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 504fire marshal inspections of group homes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authority of certain county fire marshals to inspect group homes; authorizing a fee; creating a criminal offense.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 507broadband in state highway rights-of-way2021 · 87th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an accommodation process authorizing the use of state highway rights-of-way by broadband-only providers.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 516criminal mischief that blocks access to an ATM2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of criminal mischief involving impairment or interruption of access to an automated teller machine.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 530the offense of harassment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the criminal offense of harassment; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 538purchasing through the Department of Information Resources2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to information technology purchased through the Department of Information Resources.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 550how a license holder may carry a handgun2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the manner of carrying a handgun by a person who holds a license under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 560a strategic plan for bilingual education2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to developing a strategic plan for the improvement and expansion of high-quality bilingual education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 567the powers and duties of a domestic relations office2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers and duties of a domestic relations office.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 572visits by religious counselors during a health emergency2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to in-person visitation of religious counselors with certain health care facility patients and residents during a public health emergency.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 576prosecution of the smuggling of persons2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 581religious displays in property owners’ associations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to regulation by a property owners' association of certain religious displays.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 586reports on off-highway vehicles bought out of state2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the filing of certain reports by distributors of certain off-highway vehicles purchased outside this state; providing civil penalties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 598auditable voting systems2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to auditable voting systems.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 600an inventory of dams held by river authorities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an inventory of dams controlled by river authorities.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 601the Texas Produced Water Consortium2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 604bonds and dissolution of municipal management districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to bonds issued by and the dissolution of municipal management districts.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 609the Texas music incubator rebate program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Texas music incubator rebate program to provide for rebates of a portion of certain taxes collected from certain music venues and promoters of certain music festivals.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 611a homestead exemption for a fallen service member’s spouse2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a member of the armed services of the United States who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty and to late applications for exemptions from such taxation for disabled members.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 617direct sales of food to consumers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 623sexual offenses, protective orders and military response2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the investigation and punishment of certain sexual offenses, to protective orders issued on the basis of certain sexual offenses, to crime victims' compensation, and to the establishment of a state sexual offense prevention and response program for the Texas Military Department.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 626guardianships, management trusts and probate proceedings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to guardianships, management trusts, and certain other procedures and proceedings for persons who are incapacitated, probate matters and proceedings, and other matters involving statutory county courts, including statutory probate courts.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 630directors of the Agua Special Utility District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the directors and administration of the Agua Special Utility District, including the grounds for removal of a director.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 632broadband from the Lower Colorado River Authority2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to provision of broadband infrastructure and connectivity by the Lower Colorado River Authority.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 640a study of behavioral health data interoperability2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a study on the interoperability needs and technology readiness of behavioral health service providers in this state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 642mental health services for children at risk of relinquishment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of mental health services for certain children at risk of relinquishment.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 669reports by the Texas Water Development Board2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain reports created by the Texas Water Development Board.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 672Medicaid coverage of collaborative care management2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to Medicaid coverage of certain collaborative care management services.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 675a special hunting season for veterans and service members2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to special open season hunting of certain migratory game birds by veterans and members of the United States armed forces on active duty.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 678the small business disaster recovery loan program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the small business disaster recovery loan program.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 696county hotel occupancy taxes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax, the applicability and rates of that tax in certain counties, and the use of revenue from that tax.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 700the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 702the Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 703the Department of Agriculture and related boards2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council.”

4 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 705the Texas Animal Health Commission2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Animal Health Commission.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 707the Credit Union Department and Commission2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Credit Union Department and the Credit Union Commission.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 709the Texas Commission on Fire Protection2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 713the sunset review process2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.”

3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 721appraisal reports in eminent domain cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the disclosure of appraisal reports in connection with the use of eminent domain authority.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 725agricultural appraisal after a condemnation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 726actual progress and repurchase after condemnation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishing actual progress for the purposes of determining the right to repurchase real property from a condemning entity.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 730a memorial highway in Rockwall County2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bob Hall (R), Senate District 2 (Edgewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of the portion of State Highway 66 in Rockwall County as the Commissioner David Magness Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 741how a school marshal may carry a handgun2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a school marshal.”

Guns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 742installment tax payments in a disaster area2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to installment payments of ad valorem taxes on property in a disaster area or emergency area.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 746parent contact information at school2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to requiring the parent of a student enrolled in a school district to provide and update a parent's contact information.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 760removal of solar power facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the removal of solar power facilities.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 763the urban air mobility advisory committee2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the urban air mobility advisory committee.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 766E-Verify and age limits at sexually oriented businesses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to sexually oriented businesses, including a requirement to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and restricting the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises; creating criminal offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 768penalties for manufacturing or delivering fentanyl2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for manufacture or delivery of fentanyl and related substances; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 770eligibility for self-sufficiency fund job training2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to eligibility for job-training programs provided under the self-sufficiency fund.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 776a UIL sports program for students with intellectual disabilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of an inclusive sports program by the University Interscholastic League to provide students with intellectual disabilities access to team sports.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 783American iron and steel in university projects2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the purchase of iron and steel products made in the United States for certain projects by public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 787a memorial highway in Cameron County2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of Farm-to-Market Road 1479 in Cameron County as the Bobby Morrow Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 788model data-sharing agreements for student information2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the development of model data-sharing agreements for sharing certain student information between public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 790balance billing for local ambulance services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to county and municipal authority to balance bill for county or municipal air or ground ambulance services and to a study regarding billing by ground ambulance service providers.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 792license plates and placards for disabled veterans2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to specialty license plates and parking placards for vehicles of certain disabled veterans.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 793a service ribbon for border security duty2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a ribbon for certain service members of the military who served in support of operations to secure this state's international border.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 794the homestead exemption for totally disabled veterans2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to eligibility for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of a totally disabled veteran.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 797display of the national motto in schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the display of the national motto in public schools and institutions of higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 798records and licenses for family violence victims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of a birth record, driver's license, or personal identification certificate to victims and the children of victims of family or dating violence.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 799contracting procedures for governmental entities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to contracting procedures and requirements for governmental entities.”

3 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 800required reports by state agencies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain required reports or information received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 804adding property to a public improvement district2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to add property to a common characteristic public improvement district.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 809reporting federal pandemic money received by hospitals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to health care institution reporting of federal money received for the coronavirus disease public health emergency.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 827cost-sharing limits for prescription insulin2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to health benefit plan cost-sharing requirements for prescription insulin.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 833sales tax refunds for oil and gas severance taxpayers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a sales tax refund for sales tax overpayments by certain oil or gas severance taxpayers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 851the composition of the cybersecurity council2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the composition of the cybersecurity council.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 855electronic dissemination of commercial recordings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the electronic dissemination of commercial recordings or audiovisual works.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 860car haulers and the definition of a tow truck2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the exclusion of certain car haulers from the definition of tow truck for purposes of certain laws regulating motor vehicle towing.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 863relocating a child-care facility during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the temporary relocation of a residential child-care facility during a declared state of disaster.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 872the dry cleaner environmental response program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 873telling a business buyer how much tax is owed2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disclosure by the comptroller to the purchaser of a business of the amount of tax due.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 874a temporary health insurance risk pool2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the reporting and expiration dates of a temporary health insurance risk pool administered by the commissioner of insurance.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 876where a person may register and title a vehicle2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective March 1, 2022

“Relating to the county in which a person may apply for the registration of and title for a motor vehicle.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 877inspecting city buildings during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the inspection of municipal buildings during a declared disaster.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 884a University of Texas System center in Laredo2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the management and operation by The University of Texas System of a multi-institution center in the city of Laredo.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 885quitclaim deeds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to quitclaim deeds.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 900the safety of storage vessels2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the safety of storage vessels.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 901commercial vehicle safety standards in certain counties2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 903suits for tax refunds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to suits for tax refunds.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 904trauma training for certain attorneys2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to requiring trauma training for certain attorneys.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 906civil commitment of sexually violent predators2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the civil commitment of sexually violent predators.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 907marriage licenses issued using remote technology2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the application for and issuance of a marriage license through the use of remote technology.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 910a study of family preservation services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study of options for implementing family preservation services, the provision of certain other health and human services by certain state agency contractors, and the repeal of a prior pilot program for family-based safety services.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 911restaurants and third-party food delivery services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the regulation of restaurants and third-party food delivery services, including the issuance of certain alcoholic beverage certificates to restaurants.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 916appraisal district noncompliance and chief appraisers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain information regarding appraisal district noncompliance and property values in the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation records of a professional property tax appraiser serving as chief appraiser for the district.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 918boards of directors of certain insurance companies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the size, terms, and election of boards of directors of certain insurance companies.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 922contracts for fingerprinting services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to contracts for fingerprinting services entered into by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 930reporting communicable disease in residential facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding the occurrence of communicable diseases in residential facilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 938a franchise tax exemption for new veteran-owned businesses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 941a state scenic byways program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the adoption of a state scenic byways program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 957denying or reducing crime victims’ compensation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the denial or reduction of an award otherwise payable under the Crime Victims' Compensation Act.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 959success-based funding for workforce education courses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to student success-based funding recommendations for certain continuing workforce education courses offered by public junior colleges.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 966legislative oversight during a public health disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to legislative oversight during a public health disaster or public health emergency, including the establishment of a legislative public health oversight board.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 967expiration of public health orders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the expiration and extension of certain public health orders issued by a health authority.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 968public health disaster preparedness and response2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response; providing a civil penalty.”

4 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 969reporting on public health disasters2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to reporting procedures for and information concerning public health disasters and to certain public health studies; providing a civil penalty.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 970repeal of certain health and human services laws2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the repeal of certain provisions related to health and human services.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 984the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response, including the operation of the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 993the practice of therapeutic optometry2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the practice of therapeutic optometry.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 997review of contract rates for water and sewer service2021 · 87th Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to procedural requirements for the review of a contractual rate charged for the furnishing of raw or treated water or water or sewer service.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1019reporting student loan data2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a requirement for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to report certain student loan data.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1047search warrants for blood in intoxication cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the execution of a search warrant for taking a blood specimen from certain persons in certain intoxication offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1055drivers yielding to pedestrians and vulnerable road users2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to motor vehicle accidents involving a vulnerable road user within the area of a crosswalk and to requiring the operator of a vehicle to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian; creating a criminal offense.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1056false reports that draw an emergency response2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to criminal liability for reporting false information to draw an emergency response; creating an offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1059Medicaid eligibility for former foster care youth2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the process for determining the Medicaid eligibility of certain former foster care youth.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1064extended registration for county fleet vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the extended registration of certain county fleet vehicles.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1065coverage for breast cancer diagnostic imaging2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to coverage for diagnostic imaging for breast cancer under certain health benefit plans.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1071disability retirement benefits for peace officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disability retirement benefits for certain peace officers under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1088information a chief appraiser must provide2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duty of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to provide certain information.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1090local rules on building products and land use2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding land use restrictions and building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1094paying education expenses from state savings plans2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the payment of certain education expenses using the state's programs for paying, prepaying, or saving toward the costs of attending an institution of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1102the Texas Reskilling and Upskilling through Education program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas Reskilling and Upskilling through Education (TRUE) Program to support workforce education.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1103the regulation of nurse aides2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation of nurse aides; requiring an occupational registration.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1105retirees returning to work under Texas Municipal Retirement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the resumption of employment by certain retirees within the Texas Municipal Retirement System.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1111a voter’s residence address on a confirmation notice2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the residence address of a voter for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar.”

Elections & Voting · 9 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1113a registrar’s failure to maintain voter registrations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a registrar's failure to approve, change, or cancel voter registrations under applicable law.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1116posting election notices and results online2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a county, city, or independent school district posting election notices and results on an Internet website.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1117the board of the Fort Bend Subsidence District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Fort Bend Subsidence District, including a director's qualifications and term.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1118the On-The-Ground Conservation Program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation and administration of the On-The-Ground Conservation Program by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1122the comptroller’s contracts for travel services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to participation in the comptroller's contracts for travel services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1123Family First specialty license plates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of Family First specialty license plates.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1126the Texas Woman’s University System2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Woman's University System.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1129guardianships and alternatives to guardianship2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to guardianships, alternatives to guardianship, and supports and services for incapacitated persons.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1132regulation of crafted precious metal dealers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of crafted precious metal dealers; authorizing the change of a fee.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1137price disclosure by medical facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the required disclosure of prices for certain items and services provided by certain medical facilities; providing administrative penalties.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1138a study of streamlining public safety net programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a study on streamlining public safety net programs to reduce costs and improve outcomes for recipients under the programs.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1160the Gulf Coast Protection District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Gulf Coast Protection District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees; providing authority to impose a tax; granting the power of eminent domain.”

7 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1164prosecution of the offense of sexual assault2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of sexual assault.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1179donating juror reimbursements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the procedure for donating juror reimbursements.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1191the definition of a school resource officer2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the definition of a school resource officer.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1202utility rules and vehicle charging service2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the applicability of certain utility provisions to a vehicle charging service.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1225suspending public information deadlines after a catastrophe2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of a governmental body impacted by a catastrophe to temporarily suspend the requirements of the public information law.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1230the Texas Commission on Community College Finance2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1232the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the management and investment of the permanent school fund, including authorizing the creation of the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation to manage and invest the fund and limiting the authority of the School Land Board to manage and invest the fund if the corporation is created.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1245the comptroller’s farm and ranch survey2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the farm and ranch survey conducted by the comptroller for purposes of estimating the productivity value of qualified open-space land as part of the study of school district taxable values.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1251joint graduate degrees at two UT health institutions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing certain joint graduate degree programs between The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1257appraiser reports for the tax abatement registry2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the information required to be provided by the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to the comptroller in connection with the comptroller's central registry of reinvestment zones designated and ad valorem tax abatement agreements executed under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abat”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1258offset wells and royalties on state land2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duty of a lessee or other agent in control of certain state land to drill an offset well, pay compensatory royalty, or otherwise protect the land from drainage of oil or gas by a horizontal drainhole well located on certain land.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1259withholding proceeds from oil and gas production2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to causes of action for withholding payments of the proceeds from the sale of oil and gas production.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1260treating and selling drill cuttings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to contract for the treatment of and sell drill cuttings.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1265NHRA Fall Nationals event reimbursement funding2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of the National Hot Rod Association Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1267continuing education for school personnel2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to continuing education and training requirements for educators and other school district personnel.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1270highway goods and services bought by the state2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the procurement of certain goods and services related to highways by the Texas Department of Transportation.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1277dual credit agreements with colleges2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an agreement between a school district and public institution of higher education to provide a dual credit program to high school students enrolled in the district.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1281an ERCOT reliability assessment and transmission lines2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a reliability assessment of the ERCOT power grid and certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1295support for comprehensive regional universities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to financial support and incentives for comprehensive regional universities.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1308a study of certain motor vehicle technologies2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on the impacts of using certain motor vehicle technologies.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1315port property and navigation-related tax laws2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the determination that certain property is used as an aid or facility incidental to or useful in the operation or development of a port or waterway or in aid of navigation-related commerce for purposes of the application of certain ad valorem tax laws.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1334leasing toll bridge facilities to the United States2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the lease, rental, and donation to the United States of certain facilities relating to a toll bridge by certain counties and municipalities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1336a limit on the growth of certain appropriations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a limit on the rate of growth of certain appropriations.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1338disclosures in annexation consent agreements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disclosure requirements for agreements consenting to municipal annexation.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1339requesting attorney general advice2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority to request attorney general advice on questions relating to actions in which the state is interested.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1341eligibility for public assistance benefits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to eligibility for certain benefits provided under public assistance programs.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1351food donations by public school campuses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the donation of food by public school campuses.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1353immunization records and legislative reports2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the content of certain immunization records and of certain biennial legislative reports on immunizations issued by the Department of State Health Services.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1354prosecuting injury to a child or elderly person2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1356tutoring by members of nonprofit teacher organizations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the participation by members of nonprofit teacher organizations in a tutoring program for public school students and related retirement benefits for certain tutors participating in the program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1357deadlines for adopting a county budget2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to deadlines associated with proposing and adopting a budget for certain counties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1365school organization, accountability and fiscal management2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to public school organization, accountability, and fiscal management.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1373fines, fees and court costs in criminal cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the imposition and collection of fines, fees, and court costs in criminal cases.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1385compensation and representation of student athletes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law

“Relating to the compensation and professional representation of student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1387voting systems made and held in the United States2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a requirement that a voting system used in an election in this state be manufactured, stored, and held in the United States by a company headquartered in the United States.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1397regional protocols for patient transfers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to regional protocols and processes for patient transfers and related services within the geographic area served by certain trauma service area regional advisory councils.”

Immigration & Border · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1418pay for the presiding judge of an early ballot board2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the compensation of the presiding judge of an early ballot voting board.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1421correcting the property tax appraisal roll2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the correction of an ad valorem tax appraisal roll and to related appraisal records.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1427the temporary tax exemption for disaster-damaged property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the applicability of the temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of certain property damaged by a disaster.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1438how a disaster affects tax rate calculations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the effect of a disaster on the calculation of certain tax rates and the procedure for adoption of a tax rate by a taxing unit.”

Property Taxes · 7 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1441Edwards Aquifer water for a military installation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to withdrawals of water from the Edwards Aquifer to supply a military installation.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1444group health coverage for active school employees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to participation in the uniform group coverage program for active school employees and to a study concerning health coverage for school district employees.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1448the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and its oversight2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the windstorm insurance legislative oversight board and to certain studies by the board relating to the association and the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1449a tax exemption for low-value business property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of income-producing tangible personal property having a value of less than a certain amount.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1480licensing court-ordered drug and alcohol programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Nathan Johnson (D), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain drug and alcohol related court-ordered educational programs; providing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1490approval of degree programs at private institutions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to authorize certain degree programs offered by private postsecondary educational institutions.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1495criminal offenses involving highways and motor vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain criminal offenses related to highways and motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1524a sales tax refund for employers of apprentices2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to a sales and use tax refund pilot program for certain persons who employ apprentices.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1525the governor’s university research initiative2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of the governor's university research initiative.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1531funding and tuition for excess undergraduate credit hours2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to formula funding for excess undergraduate credit hours at public institutions of higher education and to the tuition rate that may be charged for those credit hours.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1534remedial plans for dentists and dental hygienists2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to remedial plans issued by the State Board of Dental Examiners to address complaints against dentists and dental hygienists.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1555reimbursement rates for subsidized child care2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishing reimbursement rates for certain child-care providers participating in the subsidized child-care program administered by the Texas Workforce Commission.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1578medical opinions in child abuse determinations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of opinions from medical professionals in making certain determinations relating to the abuse or neglect of a child.”

3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1580securitization of electric cooperative storm costs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of securitization by electric cooperatives to address certain weather-related extraordinary costs and expenses and to the duty of electric utility market participants to pay certain amounts owed.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1582examinations for natural gas fuel licenses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to examinations for applicants for or holders of licenses or registrations to perform certain activities pertaining to compressed natural gas or liquefied natural gas.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1585designating historic landmarks and districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to requirements for the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district by a municipality.”

6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1588the powers and duties of property owners’ associations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the powers and duties of certain property owners' associations.”

6 record votes · 11 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1590virtual observation in educator certification2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to rules by the State Board for Educator Certification regarding virtual observation options for field-based experiences and internships required for educator certification.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1602nonrenewal when an insured will not cooperate2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to nonrenewal of certain property and casualty insurance policies for the insured's failure to cooperate in a claim investigation, settlement, or defense.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1605paying miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1615the adult high school charter school program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the adult high school charter school program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1642the administration of navigation districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of navigation districts.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1648Medicaid benefits for recipients with complex needs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of benefits under the Medicaid program, including to recipients with complex medical needs.”

5 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1668licensing for liquefied petroleum gas activities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certification and examination requirements for persons engaged in liquefied petroleum gas activities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1677eliminating certain higher education reporting requirements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to eliminating certain reporting and posting requirements for public institutions of higher education and other state agencies and the requirement for a plan by certain school districts to increase enrollment in public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1679an urban land bank in certain cities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of an urban land bank by certain municipalities.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1692home dialysis care by a dialysis technician2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of home dialysis care by a dialysis technician.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1696sharing information about cyber attacks on schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishing a system for the sharing of information regarding cyber attacks or other cybersecurity incidents occurring in schools in this state.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1697letting a student repeat a course or grade2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angela Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to allowing parents and guardians to elect for a student to repeat or retake a course or grade.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1704the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of the portion of United States Highway 54 in El Paso County as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1716supplemental special education services and materials2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a supplemental special education services and instructional materials program for certain public school students receiving special education services.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1761filing reports of political contributions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the filing of certain reports of political contributions and expenditures.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1764delinquent taxes on property sold at a tax sale2021 · 87th Legislature

By Paul Bettencourt (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the payment of delinquent ad valorem taxes on property subject to a tax sale.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1774conveying navigation district property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the conveyance of certain real property by certain navigation districts.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1780the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the protection of public health in this state, including through the establishment of the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1809enforcement of the insurance laws2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the enforcement of insurance laws, including laws governing the unauthorized business of insurance; authorizing administrative penalties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1815motor vehicle size and weight limits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1817vehicle titles and registration2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to vehicle titles and registration.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1818a solid waste defense for scrap metal recyclers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a defense under the Solid Waste Disposal Act for persons engaged in certain scrap metal recycling transactions.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1821contingent fee contracts for legal services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to procurement of a contingent fee contract for legal services by certain governmental entities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1827the opioid abatement fund and settlement agreement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the opioid abatement account, an opioid abatement trust fund, and a statewide opioid settlement agreement.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1829Medicaid managed care provider directories2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to maintaining and distributing certain Medicaid managed care directories.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1831punishment for trafficking and related offenses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the punishment for trafficking of persons, online solicitation of a minor, and prostitution and to the dissemination of certain information, including the required posting of certain signs, regarding human trafficking; increasing criminal penalties; providing a civil penalty.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1856vocational nursing students during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Beverly Powell (D), Senate District 10 (Burleson) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain vocational nursing students providing services during a declared state of disaster.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1876emergency planning for dialysis patients2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to emergency planning for the continued treatment and safety of end stage renal disease facility patients.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1888programs for early high school graduation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of certain programs to facilitate early high school graduation and enrollment at public institutions of higher education and to the repeal of the Early High School Graduation Scholarship program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1895Texas Medical Board complaints about a Penal Code violation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a Texas Medical Board complaint for a violation described by Section 22.011(b)(12), Penal Code.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1896health and human services delivery by state agencies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of health and human services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1900authority of the savings and mortgage lending commissioner2021 · 87th Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulatory authority of the savings and mortgage lending commissioner; authorizing fees.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1907colocating inspection facilities at ports of entry2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a feasibility study on the colocation of federal and state motor vehicle inspection facilities at ports of entry.”

Immigration & Border · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1911the content of a Medicaid application2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the content of an application for Medicaid.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1917outreach for aging adults with visual impairments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a public outreach campaign for aging adults with visual impairments.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1921Medicaid reimbursement for behavioral and physical health2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2022

“Relating to Medicaid reimbursement for the provision of certain behavioral health and physical health services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1936possession times in standard possession orders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the beginning and ending possession times in certain standard possession orders in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1941a plan to address hyperemesis gravidarum2021 · 87th Legislature

By Roland Gutierrez (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a strategic plan to address hyperemesis gravidarum.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1942creating public facility corporations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Roland Gutierrez (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of public facility corporations and requirements applicable to public facility corporations.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1954pledging an insurer’s assets2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the pledge or encumbrance of an insurer's assets under the Asset Protection Act.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1955exempting learning pods from local regulation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to exempting learning pods from certain local government regulations.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1984carryforward of private activity bond authority2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the reassignment of the carryforward designation of certain private activity bonds.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1990the powers of certain freight rail districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Borris Miles (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers of certain freight rail districts.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1997the control of diseases of swine2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), Senate District 30 (Muenster) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the control of diseases of swine.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2038prices at freestanding emergency medical facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prices and fees charged by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities, including prices and fees charged during a declared state of disaster; providing administrative penalties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2046compliance history in awarding housing assistance2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a compliance history assessment made for purposes of allocating certain financial assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2049guardians ad litem for children in juvenile and CPS cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to guardians ad litem for children who are in the juvenile justice system and the child protective services system.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2050bullying and cyberbullying in public schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to bullying and cyberbullying in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2054driver education fees for foster and homeless youth2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the payment of fees and costs associated with driver education and safety courses and driver's license examinations for foster children or youth, former foster children or youth, and youth experiencing homelessness.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2062the Motor Fuel Metering and Quality Advisory Board2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Motor Fuel Metering and Quality Advisory Board.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2081class size limits for prekindergarten2021 · 87th Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to class size limits for prekindergarten classes provided by or on behalf of public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2093filing fees for candidates nominated by convention2021 · 87th Legislature

By Bryan Hughes (R), Senate District 1 (Mineola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to filing fees for certain candidates considered for nomination by convention.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2116contracts with foreign-owned companies over infrastructure2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting contracts or other agreements with certain foreign-owned companies in connection with critical infrastructure in this state.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2124consent to electronic delivery of plan communications2021 · 87th Legislature

By César Blanco (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of a health benefit plan sponsor to consent to electronic delivery of certain communications on behalf of a party enrolled in the plan.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 2154the membership of the Public Utility Commission of Texas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the membership of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.”

8 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2158identification kits given to parents by schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to provide identification kits to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for distribution to the parent or legal custodian of certain students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2175special purpose territory of the Orange County port district2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brandon Creighton (R), Senate District 4 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to special purpose territory of the Orange County Navigation and Port District of Orange County, Texas.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2181hotel occupancy tax revenue for certain city projects2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities for certain projects.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2185restrictions on certain special districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to restrictions on certain special districts.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2188local regulation of immigrant child detention facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the municipal or county regulation of residential detention facilities for immigrant or refugee children.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2193the Matthews Ranch Water Control and Improvement District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dawn Buckingham (R), Senate District 24 (Lakeway) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Matthews Ranch Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 of Blanco County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2212an officer’s duty to request and render aid2021 · 87th Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duty of a peace officer to request and render aid for an injured person.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2230property for the Texas Bullion Depository2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the acquisition of real property or construction of buildings for the purpose of operating the Texas Bullion Depository.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2243approval of projects for bridges over the Rio Grande2021 · 87th Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to approval for certain projects related to bridges over the Rio Grande.”

Immigration & Border · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2supplemental appropriations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.”

6 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4telemedicine and telehealth services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision and delivery of certain health care services in this state, including services under Medicaid and other public benefits programs, using telecommunications or information technology and to reimbursement for some of those services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 5expanding broadband service2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas.”

11 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 7the unemployment tax replenishment ratio2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the computation of the replenishment ratio used to determine an employer's unemployment compensation contribution tax rate.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 9punishment for obstructing a highway2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the criminal punishment and conditions of community supervision for the offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; increasing a criminal penalty.”

8 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 16regulation of retail electric products2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation of certain retail electric products.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 17utility regulation based on the energy source2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 18a prescription drug savings program for the uninsured2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishment of the prescription drug savings program for certain uninsured individuals.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 19civil liability of commercial vehicle owners and operators2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to civil liability of a commercial motor vehicle owner or operator, including the effect that changes to that liability have on commercial automobile insurance.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 21the deadline to file a sexual harassment complaint2021 · 87th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the statute of limitations applicable to a sexual harassment complaint filed with the Texas Workforce Commission.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 29temporary weapon storage at public buildings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authorizing the provision of temporary secure storage for weapons at certain public buildings; authorizing fees.”

Guns & Weapons · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 30Windham School District programs for inmates2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 33course credit for military experience and training2021 · 87th Legislature

By Alex Dominguez (D), House District 37 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to measures to facilitate the award of postsecondary course credit leading to workforce credentialing based on military experience, education, and training and to prepare veterans for employment in certain industries.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 39protective orders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to protective orders; making conforming changes.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 54filming peace officers for reality television2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to accompanying and filming peace officers of state and local law enforcement agencies for producing reality television programs.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 72county park use rules2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ron Reynolds (D), House District 27 (Missouri City) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the power of certain counties to enact certain park use rules; changing a criminal penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 79associate judges for guardianship proceedings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to associate judges for guardianship proceedings and protective services proceedings in certain courts.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 80discharging fines and costs by community service2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jarvis Johnson (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the discharge by certain defendants of fines and costs through community service.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 103the Texas Active Shooter Alert System2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to establishment of the Texas Active Shooter Alert System.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 113peer-to-peer car sharing programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to peer-to-peer car sharing programs.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 115a tax exemption for charitable housing for the homeless2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by a charitable organization and used in providing housing and related services to certain homeless individuals.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 119organ transplant discrimination over a disability2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of certain disabilities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 133Medicaid and Healthy Texas Women benefits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of certain benefits under Medicaid and the Healthy Texas Women program, including the transition of case management for children and pregnant women program services and Healthy Texas Women program services to a managed care program.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 135rights notice for people accused of child abuse2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ina Minjarez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of certain rights in an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 139occupational licensing for veterans and military spouses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to state occupational licensing of certain military veterans and military spouses.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 159educator training and staff development2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to improving training and staff development for primary and secondary educators to enable them to more effectively serve all students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 246prosecuting improper educator-student relationships2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of improper relationship between educator and student.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 295funding for indigent defense2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of funding for indigent defense services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 315uniforms for retired peace officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the purchasing of the uniform of certain honorably retired or medically discharged peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 317insurance discrimination against living organ donors2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibiting discrimination against living organ donors by certain insurers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 365liability for farm animals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to liability arising from farm animals.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 368an address alternative on a driver’s license2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carl Sherman, Sr. (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of a driver's license to certain persons that includes an alternative to the license holder's residence address.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 375prosecuting continuous sexual abuse of a child2021 · 87th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of continuous sexual abuse of young child or disabled individual; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 385ending community supervision early2021 · 87th Legislature

By Leo Pacheco (D), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to conditions of community supervision and procedures applicable to the reduction or termination of a defendant's period of community supervision.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 390human trafficking training at lodging establishments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to requirements for human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments; authorizing a civil penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 402forfeiture funds for trafficking victim services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of certain funds derived from criminal asset forfeiture to provide services to domestic victims of trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 428insurance coverage for ovarian cancer screening2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer testing and screening.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 454a specialty treatment court in juvenile cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of a specialty treatment court for certain individuals residing with a child who is the subject of a juvenile court case.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 458income withholding for child support2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the collection and enforcement of withholding of income for the payment of child support.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 465parole eligibility in child trafficking cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to changing the eligibility for release on parole of certain inmates serving sentences for trafficking offenses involving one or more child victims.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 525the protection of religious organizations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the protection of religious organizations.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 531floodplain notice for rental housing2021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to notice requirements for a leased dwelling located in a floodplain.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 532a memorial highway in Bell County2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway Loop 121 in Bell County as the Deputy Sheriff John Rhoden Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 533tax sales of seized personal property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to ad valorem tax sales of personal property seized under a tax warrant.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 547UIL access for non-enrolled students2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authorizing equal opportunity for access by non-enrolled students to University Interscholastic League sponsored activities; authorizing a fee.”

Public Education (K-12) · 9 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 549disclosing mental health information without liability2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to exemptions from liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 558blood specimens in intoxication arrests2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the taking of a blood specimen on arrest for certain intoxication offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 567grounds for removing a child and ending parental rights2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the procedures and grounds for terminating the parent-child relationship, for taking possession of a child, and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 569jail credit toward fines and costs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to credit toward payment of a fine and costs for certain misdemeanants confined in jail or prison before sentencing.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 572dropout recovery students and at-risk instruction2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the inclusion of students enrolled in a dropout recovery school as students at risk of dropping out of school for purposes of compensatory, intensive, and accelerated instruction and to a study by the Texas Education Agency on competency-based educational programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 574criminal offenses involving elections2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of criminal offenses involving elections.”

Elections & Voting · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 604microchip scans of shelter animals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a microchip scan of animals in the custody of an animal shelter or releasing agency, including an animal rescue organization.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 619a plan to support the child-care workforce2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to developing a strategic plan to support the child-care workforce.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 624penalties for retaliating against public servants2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain offenses committed in retaliation for or on account of a person's service or status as a public servant.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 626ACE grants for veterans job training2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jon Rosenthal (D), House District 135 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the expansion of the Texas Innovative Adult Career Education (ACE) Grant Program to include certain nonprofit organizations providing job training to veterans.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 632an advisory committee for TexNet seismic monitoring2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 636the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; authorizing a fee.”

8 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 654the rule against perpetuities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the rule against perpetuities.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 690training for school district trustees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to training requirements for a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 692retainage on public works projects2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 699school attendance for seriously ill students2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jon Rosenthal (D), House District 135 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public school attendance requirements for students diagnosed with or undergoing related treatment for severe or life-threatening illnesses.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 700services for foster youth entering adulthood2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jarvis Johnson (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 707a study on expanding recovery housing2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a study on expanding recovery housing in this state.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 719Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facilities.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 721mandatory supervision release from county jail2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Granite Shoals) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the release to mandatory supervision of certain inmates confined in a county jail.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 723notice of changes to a death certificate2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to notice of a modification to the medical certification information on certain death certificates.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 725free prekindergarten for foster children2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of certain children who are or were in foster care for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 738local residential and commercial building requirements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to residential and commercial building requirements of municipalities, counties, and emergency services districts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 750posting a school district’s employment policy2021 · 87th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to requiring a school district to post the district's employment policy on the district's Internet website.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 757the effect of completing deferred adjudication2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the consequences of receiving a grant of deferred adjudication community supervision and successfully completing the period of supervision.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 766recording bond conditions in violent offense cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the entry into the Texas Crime Information Center of certain information regarding orders imposing a condition of bond in a criminal case involving a violent offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 769the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mayes Middleton (R), House District 23 (Wallisville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the administration of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 773achievement indicators in school accountability2021 · 87th Legislature

By Gary VanDeaver (R), House District 1 (New Boston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to indicators of achievement under the public school accountability system.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 780a bone marrow donor recruitment program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of a bone marrow donor recruitment program.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 781handguns carried by junior college marshals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the carrying and possession of a handgun by a public junior college school marshal.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 785behavior plans for public school students2021 · 87th Legislature

By Alma Allen (D), House District 131 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to behavior improvement plans and behavioral intervention plans for certain public school students and notification and documentation requirements regarding certain behavior management techniques.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 786required CPR training for telecommunicators2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to required cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for telecommunicators.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 788dispatchers in public safety treatment courts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 792alternate work schedules for police dispatchers2021 · 87th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use an alternate work schedule for police dispatchers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 797vaccines given by home and community support agencies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the possession and administration of certain vaccines by a home and community support services agency or its employees.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 840public members on county salary grievance committees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the selection of public members to serve on a county's salary grievance committee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 851admitting changed circumstances in family law cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By David Cook (R), House District 96 (Mansfield) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the admission by a party of a material and substantial change of circumstances in a motion to modify an order in certain family law cases.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 867orders for spousal maintenance and child support payments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of a qualified domestic relations order for the payment of spousal maintenance and child support obligations.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 868jury charges in parent-child cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the jury charge and jury findings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 871city fees on air conditioning contractors2021 · 87th Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the municipal fees charged to certain air conditioning and refrigeration contractors.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 872disclosure of utility customer information2021 · 87th Legislature

By Diego Bernal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure of certain utility customer information.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 885baccalaureate degrees at junior colleges2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirements for a junior college district to receive approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer baccalaureate degree programs.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 900landlord liability in eviction removals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the liability of a landlord for damages resulting from the execution of a writ of possession in an eviction suit.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 911veteran markings on driver’s licenses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of specially marked driver's licenses and personal identification certificates to veterans.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 912Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal license plates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for recipients of the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 914city authority to tow abandoned vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked vehicles.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 918handgun licenses for young family violence victims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a license to carry a handgun for certain young adults who are protected under certain court orders related to family violence.”

Guns & Weapons · 7 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 929body worn camera policies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carl Sherman, Sr. (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to law enforcement policies and procedures regarding body worn cameras.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 954contracts for facilities housing state inmates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain contract and notice requirements applicable to certain facilities used to house inmates or releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the transfer of certain real property held by the department.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 957regulation of firearm suppressors2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to local, state, and federal regulation of firearm suppressors.”

Guns & Weapons · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 963the natural gas vehicle grant program2021 · 87th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Texas natural gas vehicle grant program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 977Montgomery County Hospital District ballot petitions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a petition filed for a place on the ballot for the board of directors for the Montgomery County Hospital District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 981a religious studies program at Texas Southern University2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of establishing a religious studies program at Texas Southern University.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 988property taxation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to ad valorem taxation; creating a criminal offense.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 999individual graduation committees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Diego Bernal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of individual graduation committees for certain high school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1005bail bond requirements and release conditions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the requisites of a bail bond given by certain defendants and to conditions of release on bond for certain defendants.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1012retrieving personal property from a former residence2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to access to a residence or former residence to retrieve certain personal property.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1024pickup and delivery of alcoholic beverages2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the pickup and delivery of alcoholic beverages from certain premises for off-premises consumption.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1027course material information at public universities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding course materials by public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1033prescription drug price disclosure2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prescription drug price disclosure; authorizing a fee; providing an administrative penalty.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1049the official oath for deputies and constables2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the requirement for a deputy sheriff, reserve deputy sheriff, deputy constable, or reserve deputy constable to take an official oath.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1057Victims of Communism Day2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to designating November 7 as Victims of Communism Day.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 106217-year-olds in the Texas State Guard2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of certain 17-year-old persons to serve as members of the Texas State Guard.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1069handguns carried by first responders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the carrying of a handgun by certain first responders.”

Guns & Weapons · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1070pest control by licensed applicators2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the performance of pest control work by persons who hold a commercial or noncommercial applicator license issued by the Department of Agriculture.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1071facility and therapy dogs in court proceedings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the presence of a qualified facility dog or qualified therapy dog in certain court proceedings.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1080UIL eligibility for students in mental health care2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility for participation in University Interscholastic League activities of certain public school students who receive outpatient mental health services.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1082personal information of elected officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the availability of personal information of an elected public officer.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1090appraising property left off the tax roll2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ernest Bailes (R), House District 18 (Shepherd) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that was erroneously omitted from an appraisal roll in a previous year.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1116toll collection on state highway toll lanes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to toll collection and enforcement on state highway toll lanes by entities other than the Texas Department of Transportation.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1118government cybersecurity training compliance2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to state agency and local government compliance with cybersecurity training requirements.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1128who may be present in a polling place2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to persons permitted to be in a polling place or a place where ballots are being counted.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1147military readiness in school accountability2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to military readiness for purposes of the indicators of achievement under the public school accountability system and the college, career, or military readiness outcomes bonus under the Foundation School Program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1153the Texas Fair Housing Act and certain rentals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the applicability of the Texas Fair Housing Act to certain sales and rentals.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1154special purpose district meetings and websites2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the requirements for meetings held and Internet websites developed by certain special purpose districts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1156the offense of financial abuse of an elderly person2021 · 87th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to creating the criminal offense of financial abuse of an elderly individual.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1164patient safety for placenta accreta spectrum disorder2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to patient safety practices regarding placenta accreta spectrum disorder.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthHigher Education · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1172the rights of sexual assault victims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the rights of victims of sexual assault or other prohibited sexual conduct.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1195franchise tax treatment of CARES Act loans and grants2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the franchise tax treatment of certain loans and grants made under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1197a tax exemption for land for a future place of worship2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the period for which certain land owned by a religious organization for the purpose of expanding a place of religious worship or constructing a new place of religious worship may be exempted from ad valorem taxation.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1227child support for children in state conservatorship2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain procedures regarding court-ordered financial support for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1239a ban on closing places of worship2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the prohibited suspension of laws protecting religious freedom and prohibited closure of places of worship.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1247a tri-agency work-based learning framework2021 · 87th Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the development of and report on a tri-agency work-based learning strategic framework by the Texas Workforce Commission, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1252the deadline for special education complaints2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2022

“Relating to the limitation period for filing a complaint and requesting a special education impartial due process hearing.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1256allocation of mixed beverage tax revenue2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the allocation of certain revenue from mixed beverage gross receipts and sales taxes.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1258data matching to collect delinquent taxes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to data matching with financial institutions to facilitate the collection of certain delinquent tax liabilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1259the rural veterinarian incentive program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the rural veterinarian incentive program.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1264reporting deaths to the voter registrar2021 · 87th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the time for making required reports of deceased residents of this state to a voter registrar and to the secretary of state.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1276food sales by food service establishments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale of certain food by food service establishments.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1278public hearings on homelessness2021 · 87th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to public hearings on homelessness issues held by the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1280prohibition of abortion2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to prohibition of abortion; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthCrime & Policing · 6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1281the operation of golf carts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Granite Shoals) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of golf carts in certain areas.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1284geologic storage of carbon dioxide2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of the injection and geologic storage of carbon dioxide in this state.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1301colonia self-help centers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to services provided by colonia self-help centers and a study on colonias in this state.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1306punishment for assaulting a process server2021 · 87th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for assault or aggravated assault of a process server.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1307care of pregnant women in jail and prison2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the care of pregnant women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthCrime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1315how long a child’s ad litem appointment lasts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jarvis Johnson (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duration of an appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1322a summary of a proposed state agency rule2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2023

“Relating to a summary of a rule proposed by a state agency.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1325two medical schools in the Joint Admission Medical Program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Garnet Coleman (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the participation of the medical school at the University of Houston and the college of osteopathic medicine at Sam Houston State University in the Joint Admission Medical Program.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1338the Harris County Hospital District provider program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Garnet Coleman (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the Harris County Hospital District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1363physical therapy without a referral2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ina Minjarez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1371the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program2021 · 87th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation of the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1382information about early voting2021 · 87th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the availability of certain information regarding early voting.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1387firearm storage in foster homes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the storage of firearms and ammunition in the same locked location in certain foster homes.”

Guns & Weapons · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1397ownership disclosure by voting system vendors2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the required disclosure of entities with an ownership interest in a vendor of voting system equipment.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1400the offense of impersonating a private investigator2021 · 87th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of impersonating a private investigator.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1401sending orders to seal juvenile records2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to methods to send applications and orders for sealing juvenile records.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1403consecutive sentences in a single criminal episode2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the imposition of consecutive sentences for certain offenses arising out of the same criminal episode.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1407carrying a handgun in a motor vehicle2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the carrying of a handgun by a license holder in a motor vehicle.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1410bonds for conservation and reclamation districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance of bonds by certain conservation and reclamation districts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1419missing person reports and unidentified bodies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding missing children and missing persons and to the duties of a justice of the peace or other investigator regarding unidentified bodies.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1423long-term care inspections and emergency power2021 · 87th Legislature

By Liz Campos (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation and inspection procedures of certain long-term care facilities, including a survey of certain facilities' emergency power sources.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1434limits on pelvic examinations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to limitations on pelvic examinations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1445sales tax on medical and dental billing services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the applicability of the sales and use tax to medical or dental billing services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1456the Nueces County Hospital District provider program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expiration of the health care provider participation program administered and operated by the Nueces County Hospital District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1472the Concacaf Gold Cup and event reimbursement funding2021 · 87th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of the Concacaf Gold Cup for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1475zoning variances for unnecessary hardship2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to municipal board of adjustment zoning variances based on unnecessary hardship.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1476a vendor’s remedies for government nonpayment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a vendor's remedies for nonpayment of a contract with this state or a political subdivision of this state.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1480protection of animal and crop facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1493names that falsely imply a government tie2021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of an entity name that falsely implies governmental affiliation.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1500firearm regulation during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authority of the governor and certain political subdivisions to regulate firearms, ammunition, knives, air guns, explosives, and combustibles and certain associated businesses during certain disasters and emergencies.”

Guns & Weapons · 7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1505broadband attachments on electric cooperative poles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to attachments for broadband service on utility poles owned by an electric cooperative and establishing and funding a pole replacement program for deployment of certain broadband facilities.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1510utility response to major storms and disasters2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the response and resilience of certain electricity service providers to major weather-related events or other natural disasters; granting authority to issue bonds.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1514the administration of unclaimed property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of unclaimed property.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1516efficiency audits of temporary assistance programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to efficiency audits of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program and the state temporary assistance and support services program.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1518hours for selling alcoholic beverages2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the hours for selling alcoholic beverages in certain establishments.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1520gas utility costs from Winter Storm Uri2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain extraordinary costs incurred by certain gas utilities relating to Winter Storm Uri and a study of measures to mitigate similar future costs; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and assessments.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1522transferring Midwestern State to the Texas Tech System2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the transfer of Midwestern State University to the Texas Tech University System, to certain fees charged by that system's governing board, and to mandatory venue for actions brought against that system or its institutions, officers, or employees.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1525the public school finance system2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the public school finance system and public education.”

Public Education (K-12) · 11 record votes · 52 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1526cemeteries in certain cities2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1535medical use of low-THC cannabis2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions and the establishment of compassionate-use institutional review boards to evaluate and approve proposed research programs to study the medical use of low-THC cannabis in the treatment of certain patients.”

Crime & PolicingMarijuana & Cannabis · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1540regulation of certain establishments and related offenses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1545the Commission on Jail Standards2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1554municipal development district project funds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Glenn Rogers (R), House District 60 (Graford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to use of project funds of municipal development districts.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1558scoring low income housing tax credit applications2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the system by which an application for a low income housing tax credit is scored.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1560the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1564receivership for abandoned platted lots2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the appointment of a receivership for and disposition of certain platted lots that are abandoned, unoccupied, and undeveloped in certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1570the Brazos River Authority2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Brazos River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1571an exemption from cemetery location limits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an exemption for certain cemeteries from cemetery location restrictions.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1572renting and operating electric generation equipment2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the rental and operation of electric generation equipment.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1576a work group on blockchain2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of a work group on blockchain matters concerning this state.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1578recovery of attorney’s fees in civil cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to recovery of attorney's fees in certain civil cases.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1585the Teacher Retirement System of Texas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operations and functions of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1589paid military leave for public employees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Yvonne Davis (D), House District 111 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to paid leave for public officers and employees engaged in certain military service.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1603alternative ways to meet graduation requirements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of individual graduation committees and other alternative methods to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1616the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1622reporting early voting rosters2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to reporting of early voting rosters.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1658how the comptroller gives notice of a tax deficiency2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the methods by which the comptroller may provide notice of a deficiency determination or jeopardy determination.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1659amending a subdivision’s declaration2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the amendment of a residential subdivision's declaration to affect certain types of property located in the subdivision.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1664restoring Medicaid for children in juvenile facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the reinstatement of eligibility for medical assistance of certain children placed in juvenile facilities.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1677the Texas Police Service Animals Memorial Monument2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of a Texas Police Service Animals Memorial Monument in the Capitol Complex.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1681assisted living facilities in a floodplain2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the construction of certain assisted living facilities located within a floodplain in certain counties.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1689credit for reinsurance under covered agreements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to credit for reinsurance governed by certain covered agreements and ceded to certain assuming insurers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1693court access to the insurance verification program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Shaheen (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to the financial responsibility verification program by justice and municipal courts.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1694a defense for seeking help during an overdose2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving possession of small amounts of controlled substances, marihuana, dangerous drugs, or abusable volatile chemicals, or possession of drug paraphernalia for defendants seeking assistance for a suspected overdose.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1698an optional county vehicle registration fee2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties to be used for transportation projects.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1699taking pen-reared pheasant and quail2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the taking of unbanded pen-reared pheasant and quail by certain landowners.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1706a specialty court for sexual assault cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a specialty court program to provide victim services in sexual assault cases.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1728partnerships for veterans hunting and fishing2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to partnerships between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and nonprofit entities to promote hunting and fishing by certain veterans.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1729alcohol sales in annexed areas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages in areas annexed by certain municipalities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1752workers’ compensation benefit review conferences2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to benefit review conferences under the Texas workers' compensation system.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1753required workers’ compensation reports2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain required reports under the Texas workers' compensation system.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1755taking an alcoholic beverage off the premises2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the removal of an alcoholic beverage by an ultimate consumer from the premises of a mixed beverage permit holder.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1758police use of force by drone2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to law enforcement's use of force by means of a drone.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1759vehicles at railroad grade crossings2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the operation of vehicles and certain equipment at railroad grade crossings when on-track equipment is approaching.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1763pharmacy contracts with health plans and benefit managers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the contractual relationship between a pharmacist or pharmacy and a health benefit plan issuer or pharmacy benefit manager.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1777disclosures and standards for annuity sales2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disclosures and standards required for certain annuity transactions and benefits under certain annuity contracts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1788immunity for schools and their security personnel2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to immunity from liability of public and private schools and security personnel employed by those schools for certain actions of security personnel.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1792evaluating Texas Rising Star child-care providers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the evaluation of child-care providers participating in the Texas Rising Star Program.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1802a study of alternative therapies for PTSD2021 · 87th Legislature

By Alex Dominguez (D), House District 37 (Brownsville) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on the use of alternative therapies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1849changing custody orders after a conservator’s death2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the modification of an order establishing the conservatorship or possession of or access to a child after a conservator's death.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1863Make-A-Wish specialty license plates2021 · 87th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of Make-A-Wish specialty license plates.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1869what counts as debt in setting tax rates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the definition of debt for the purposes of calculating certain ad valorem tax rates of a taxing unit.”

Property Taxes · 9 record votes · 12 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1900cities that defund their police departments2021 · 87th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to municipalities that adopt budgets that defund municipal police departments.”

Crime & PolicingProperty Taxes · 15 record votes · 15 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1905duties of regional water planning groups2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to relieving regional water planning groups of certain duties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1906grants for monitoring in family violence cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to grants awarded to reimburse counties for the cost of monitoring defendants and victims in criminal cases involving family violence.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1914liability of a children’s isolation unit in a hospital2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the civil liability of a children's isolation unit in a hospital.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1919prohibited practices for health plans and benefit managers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Harris (R), House District 8 (Palestine) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibited practices for certain health benefit plan issuers and pharmacy benefit managers.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1920possessing a weapon in a secured airport area2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the offense of possessing a weapon in a secured area of an airport.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1925a ban on camping in public places2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibitions on camping in a public place and to a political subdivision's designation of property for camping by homeless individuals; creating a criminal offense.”

14 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1927carrying a firearm without a license2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Schaefer (R), House District 6 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to provisions governing the carrying of a firearm by a person who is 21 years of age or older and not otherwise prohibited by state or federal law from possessing the firearm and to other provisions related to the carrying, possessing, transporting, or storing of a firearm or other weapon; ”

Guns & Weapons · 46 record votes · 50 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1929breach of development agreements outside city limits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Granite Shoals) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the breach of development agreement contracts governing land in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1935emergency refills of insulin2021 · 87th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to emergency refills of insulin and insulin-related equipment or supplies.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1938grants for body camera data storage2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a grant program for law enforcement agencies to defray the cost of data storage for recordings created with body worn cameras.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1957labeling wine by Texas area or vineyard2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the labeling of wine as originating from an area of this state or with the name of a vineyard in this state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1967a uterine fibroid database and education program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a database of information about women with uterine fibroids and to uterine fibroid education and research.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1987eligibility to hold political party office2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to eligibility requirements to hold a political party office.”

Elections & Voting · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2004liability limits for prescribed burns2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a limitation on liability and sanctions in connection with certain prescribed burns.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2022retiree enrollment in school employees group insurance2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to enrollment of certain retirees in the Texas Public School Employees Group Insurance Program.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2025state actions that depend on the federal census2021 · 87th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain statutes and governmental actions that relate to the federal census.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2048the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the criminal offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2056teledentistry services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the practice of dentistry and the provision of teledentistry dental services.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2058normalcy activities for children in state care2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2063a state employee family leave pool2021 · 87th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of a state employee family leave pool.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2064the amount of a hospital or physician lien2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the amount of a hospital or physician lien on certain causes of action or claims.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2073quarantine leave for first responders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to quarantine leave for fire fighters, peace officers, detention officers, and emergency medical technicians employed by, appointed by, or elected for a political subdivision.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2080taxpayers’ suits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to taxpayers' suits.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2086appeals of summary judgment denials by contractors2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to appeals from an interlocutory order denying a motion for summary judgment by certain contractors.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2089detecting and controlling plant pests and diseases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2090a statewide all payor claims database2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database and health care cost disclosures by health benefit plan issuers and third-party administrators.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2091the Harris County Board of Protective Services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the redesignation and authority of the Harris County Board of Protective Services for Children and Adults.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2093physician assistants as mental health professionals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to including certain licensed physician assistants in the definition of non-physician mental health professional for purposes of certain provisions applicable to non-physician mental health professionals.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2094encroachments on a Hidalgo County drainage district2021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the right to remove property encroaching on areas owned or controlled by the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2106payment card fraud2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the prevention, identification, investigation, and enforcement of payment card fraud; providing a civil penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2107juveniles unfit to proceed for intellectual disabilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Gene Wu (D), House District 137 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to services for children who are unfit or lack responsibility to proceed in juvenile court proceedings as a result of intellectual disabilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2110air conditioning warranties transferred with a home2021 · 87th Legislature

By Christina Morales (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the automatic transfer of manufacturer's warranties on air conditioning systems conveyed with residential real property.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2112carrying a holstered handgun2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the carrying of holstered handguns by handgun license holders.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2116agreements by architects and engineers in construction contracts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain agreements by architects and engineers in or in connection with certain construction contracts.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2127alcohol in public entertainment facilities and zones2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to consumption of alcoholic beverages in public entertainment facilities and zones.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2152online vehicle registration renewal2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the online renewal of vehicle registration.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2168repealing an offense for charitable raffle ticket sales2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of a criminal offense for certain charitable raffle ticket sales by professional sports team charitable foundations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2171continued health coverage for retired first responders2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of certain retired firefighters and emergency medical services providers to purchase continued health benefits coverage.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2201the location of oil and gas pits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the location of pits used in the production of oil and gas.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2205the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ramon Romero, Jr. (D), House District 90 (Fort Worth) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to applicability of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code to certain pools, spas, and other swimming areas.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2209use of city hotel occupancy tax revenue2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2211hospital visitation during a disaster2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to in-person visitation with hospital patients during certain periods of disaster.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2213processing exotic animals for food banks2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the slaughter and processing of exotic animals for donation to a nonprofit food bank.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2219issuing Texas Mobility Fund obligations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance of Texas Mobility Fund obligations.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2225the Texas Water Trust2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Parks and Wildlife Department regarding the Texas Water Trust.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2237mechanic’s and contractor’s liens2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2256a bilingual special education certification2021 · 87th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to creating a bilingual special education certification to teach students of limited English proficiency with disabilities.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2283gifts and donations for administering elections2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the acceptance of certain gifts and donations for the administration of elections.”

Elections & Voting · 8 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2287the task force on public school mental health services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to data collection and receipt of certain reports by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2301name changes in the address confidentiality program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a change of name for participants in the address confidentiality program administered by the office of the attorney general.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2315forfeiture of contraband in highway racing cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Turner (D), House District 114 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the forfeiture of contraband relating to the criminal offense of racing on a highway.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2326possession of certain nonindigenous snakes2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the possession and transportation of certain nonindigenous snakes; increasing a criminal penalty.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2343food and beverages bought by the Department of Public Safety2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the purchase of food and beverages by the Department of Public Safety for certain persons.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2352a training pilot program for state jail felons2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants and certain inmates released on parole; changing parole eligibility.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2357crime victim information and autopsy reports2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ron Reynolds (D), House District 27 (Missouri City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an exception from required disclosure of information related to certain crime victims and the release to certain entities of autopsy reports of deceased persons.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2361the new technology implementation grant program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the new technology implementation grant program administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2365military medical facilities under Medicaid2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ray López (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the participation and reimbursement of certain military medical treatment facilities and affiliated health care providers under Medicaid.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2366conduct that endangers law enforcement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to criminal conduct that endangers law enforcement; creating a criminal offense and increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2374efficiency audits at Family and Protective Services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to efficiency audits of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2382the El Paso County Hospital District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operations and administration of the El Paso County Hospital District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2390financing by a Gulf Coast Authority corporation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a development corporation created by the Gulf Coast Authority to finance certain projects.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2404a database of local economic development agreements2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of information regarding certain local economic development agreements; providing a civil penalty.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2416attorney’s fees as compensatory damages2021 · 87th Legislature

By Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the recovery of attorney's fees as compensatory damages for certain claims.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2429tax rate notices when the de minimis rate is higher2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the alternate provisions for ad valorem tax rate notices when the de minimis rate of a taxing unit exceeds the voter-approval tax rate.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2430mileage reimbursement for temporary justices of the peace2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the mileage expense reimbursement for certain temporary justices of the peace.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2431a memorial highway in Bandera County2021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 173 in Bandera County as the Master Sergeant Rodney Lee Buentello Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2462reporting sexual assault and handling the evidence2021 · 87th Legislature

By Victoria Neave Criado (D), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the reporting of a sexual assault, to evidence of a sexual assault or other sex offense, and to other law enforcement procedures occurring with respect to a sexual assault or other sex offense.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2483utility facilities for restoring power after an outage2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to utility facilities for restoring electric service after a widespread power outage.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2494electing emergency services district commissioners2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the election of emergency services commissioners in certain emergency services districts.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2497the Texas 1836 Project2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment and duties of the Texas 1836 Project.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2509graduate medical education in podiatric medicine2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education for the practice of podiatric medicine in this state.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2519the State Board for Educator Certification and sanctions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to matters regarding educators, including the composition of the State Board for Educator Certification, the issuance of certain sanctions by the board, and requiring a school district to notify a teacher regarding the submission of certain complaints to the board.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2530the interest rate on tax refunds2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the rate of interest on certain tax refunds.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2533real property evaluations for financial institutions2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the performance of a real property evaluation for use by certain financial institutions.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2535appraising property used to grow food for personal use2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes certain improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2536the definition of neglect in child removal cases2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2581government civil works and construction projects2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to civil works projects and other construction projects of governmental entities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2586an annual audit of ERCOT2021 · 87th Legislature

By Shawn Thierry (D), House District 146 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an annual audit of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2595a mental health parity complaint portal2021 · 87th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a parity complaint portal and educational materials and parity law training regarding benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders to be made available through the portal and otherwise; designating October as mental health condition and substance use disorder parity ”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2607child care and the subsidized child care program2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Talarico (D), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Workforce Commission and local workforce development boards regarding the provision of child care and the subsidized child care program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2610the deadline to begin a county fire code inspection2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the deadline to begin a county fire code inspection in certain counties.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2622enforcing federal firearm laws in Texas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 8 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2633the trafficked persons grant program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ann Johnson (D), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to resources provided to human trafficking victims and the establishment of the trafficked persons grant program.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2658the Medicaid managed care program2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Medicaid program, including the administration and operation of the Medicaid managed care program.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2675handgun licenses for people at risk of violence2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a license to carry a handgun for a person who is at increased risk of becoming a victim of violence.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2677the name of the missing adult alert system2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the name of the statewide alert system for certain missing adults.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2681elective public school courses on the Bible2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Granite Shoals) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public school elective courses providing academic study of the Bible offered to certain students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2698window coverings at alcoholic beverage retailers2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to covers or barriers on the windows and doors of and other obstructions of the view of certain alcoholic beverage retailers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2706emergency care for sexual assault victims and evidence2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the emergency services and care provided to victims of sexual assault and other sex offenses and to the processes associated with preserving and analyzing the evidence of those offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2708remediation at former battery recycling sites2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jared Patterson (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of certain fees deposited to the hazardous and solid waste remediation fee account for reimbursement of environmental remediation at certain former battery recycling facility sites.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2721students who assault an extracurricular activity official2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibiting a student from participating in future extracurricular activities for certain conduct involving the assault of an extracurricular activity official.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2723notice of property tax information online2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to public notice of the availability on the Internet of property-tax-related information.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2728International Holocaust Remembrance Day2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trey Martinez Fischer (D), House District 116 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2730eminent domain purchases and easement agents2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the acquisition of real property by an entity with eminent domain authority and the regulation of easement or right-of-way agents.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2748city enforcement of commercial vehicle safety rules2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jake Ellzey (R), House District 10 (Midlothian) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2749county enforcement of commercial vehicle safety rules2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jake Ellzey (R), House District 10 (Midlothian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2757the conduct and promotion of charitable raffles2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the conduct and promotion of charitable raffles.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2822antipsychotic drugs under Medicaid2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lacey Hull (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the availability of antipsychotic prescription drugs under the vendor drug program and Medicaid managed care.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2827postsecondary and career counseling responsibilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of certain responsibilities relating to postsecondary education and career counseling.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2831jailing people with intellectual disabilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the confinement in county jail of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2857public information about audited taxpayers2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain information regarding taxpayers subject to an audit that is provided to members of the public.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2879notice for possessory liens on motor vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to notice required in connection with possessory liens on certain motor vehicles.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2893colonia self-help centers and their advisory committee2021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs of colonia self-help centers in certain counties and to the representation of those counties on the Colonia Resident Advisory Committee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2896creating and re-creating state funds and accounts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue and allocation of accrued interest on dedicated revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2911next generation 9-1-1 service and its fund2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to next generation 9-1-1 service and the establishment of a next generation 9-1-1 service fund.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2924procedures in parent-child suits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2926reinstating terminated parental rights2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the reinstatement of the parent-child relationship with respect to a person whose parental rights have been involuntarily terminated and to certain requirements in relation to the termination of the parent-child relationship or placement of a child in substitute care.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2941appointing appraisal review board members2021 · 87th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appointment of appraisal review board members.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2950the judicial panel on multidistrict litigation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Reggie Smith (R), House District 62 (Van Alstyne) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of and actions transferred by the judicial panel on multidistrict litigation.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3012charitable raffles at rodeo venues2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to charitable raffles conducted by the professional sports teams charitable foundations of organizations sanctioned by certain professional associations at rodeo venues.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3026regulation of automated motor vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the operation and regulation of certain automated motor vehicles.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3041services offered instead of removing a child2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of certain services by the Department of Family and Protective Services as an alternative to removing a child and certain procedures with respect to children in the managing conservatorship of the department.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3067a Purple Heart Trail designation for State Highway 1952021 · 87th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of State Highway 195 as a portion of the national Purple Heart Trail.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3069deadlines for construction defect claims2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims involving the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or equipment attached to real property.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3081digital tags for taking certain animals2021 · 87th Legislature

By Matt Krause (R), House District 93 (Haslet) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the issuance of digital tags for the taking of certain animals.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3088administration of mental health grant programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Garnet Coleman (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of certain mental health grant programs established by the Health and Human Services Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3107election practices and procedures2021 · 87th Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to election practices and procedures.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3115releasing a judgment lien on a homestead2021 · 87th Legislature

By Hugh Shine (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the release of a judgment lien on homestead property.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3121certifying youth residential psychiatric facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Turner (D), House District 114 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a voluntary quality standards certification process for certain private residential psychiatric treatment facilities that provide treatments and services to youth; imposing fees; authorizing civil and administrative penalties.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3131information in a certificate of formation2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sheryl Cole (D), House District 46 (Austin) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the information required to be included in the certificate of formation of a filing entity.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3140the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 72021 · 87th Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 7; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3157offenses against people in custody2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ron Reynolds (D), House District 27 (Missouri City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the criminal offenses of violation of civil rights of and improper sexual activity with persons in custody; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3203the standard possession order for custody2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the standard possession order and alternative possession times in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3212street racing in driver education courses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Carl Sherman, Sr. (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the inclusion of information relating to street racing in the curriculum of driver education courses and driving safety courses.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3215energy efficiency building standards2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to energy efficiency building standards.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3257the Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission.”

1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3261electronic state testing and instructional materials2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the electronic administration of certain required assessment instruments, measures to support Internet connectivity for purposes of those assessment instruments, the adoption and administration of certain optional interim assessment instruments, the review and use of the instructional ma”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3271loan programs for micro-businesses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing loan programs to assist certain micro-businesses by increasing access to capital; authorizing fees.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3282lowering the speed limit at highway work sites2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a district engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation to temporarily lower the speed limit at a highway maintenance activity site.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3286overnight truck parking near apartment complexes2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the overnight parking of a commercial motor vehicle near certain apartment complexes.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3289penalties for violating a pecan quarantine2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the penalties for a violation of a quarantine or rule to protect pecans or pecan trees from diseases or pests; increasing civil penalties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3319the move over or slow down law2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain measures to promote compliance with and improve public awareness of the state's move over or slow down law concerning the passing of certain vehicles.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3324a Border Patrol agent memorial highway2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 10 as the U.S. Border Patrol Agent Rogelio Martinez Memorial Highway.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3340appealing a dangerous dog order2021 · 87th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the appeal of certain orders regarding dangerous dogs.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3348how many bachelor’s degrees a junior college may offer2021 · 87th Legislature

By Leo Pacheco (D), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the number of baccalaureate degree programs certain public junior colleges may offer.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3363search warrants and the evidence they produce2021 · 87th Legislature

By Sam Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance and execution of certain search warrants in a criminal investigation and the admissibility of evidence obtained through certain searches.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3375police and fire fighter retirement benefits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Yvonne Davis (D), House District 111 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain benefits payable by the public retirement systems for police and fire fighters in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3379the duty to report child abuse and neglect2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the duty to report child abuse and neglect.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3388information about state agency vehicle fleets2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to information regarding state agency vehicle fleets.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3390cybersecurity insurance for the transportation department2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the purchase of cybersecurity insurance coverage by the Texas Department of Transportation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3394determining the incapacity of a guardian2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to determining the incapacity of a guardian.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3399road services on federal military property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lina Ortega (D), House District 77 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to provide road services on federal military property.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3401specialty license plates honoring Navy SEALs2021 · 87th Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor members of the United States Navy SEALs.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3415photo identification to file county clerk documents2021 · 87th Legislature

By Craig Goldman (R), House District 97 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of a county to require photo identification to file certain documents with the county clerk.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3416indemnity and insurance disclosures for well and mine work2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to disclosures regarding indemnification obligations and insurance coverage in connection with provision of services pertaining to wells or mines by certain subcontractors.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3433insurance discrimination over political affiliation2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to prohibited discrimination on the basis of an individual's political affiliation or expression by certain insurers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3442complaints to the veterinary licensing board2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to complaints filed with the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3452state arrest authority for federal special agents2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain federal special agents.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3456counting outside funds in school budget reductions2021 · 87th Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Woodville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to inclusion of funds received by certain educational institutions or programs in foundation school program funds for purposes of certain budget reductions.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3459preauthorization for health care services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and utilization review for certain health benefit plans.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3476water utility service areas near city limits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mike Schofield (R), House District 132 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity issued to water utilities inside the boundaries or extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3481Rosa Parks Day2021 · 87th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to designating December 1 as Rosa Parks Day.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3489guidelines for digital devices in public schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to development of guidelines for the use of digital devices in public schools and a school district or open-enrollment charter school policy for the effective integration of those devices.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3496the Peace Officers Memorial Highway2021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the designation of State Highway 358 as the Peace Officers Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3510remote work by consumer credit employees2021 · 87th Legislature

By Stan Lambert (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to work from remote locations by certain employees of certain entities licensed by the Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3512memorial highways for fallen peace officers2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways for certain deceased peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3514the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; authorizing a penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3516recycling fluid oil and gas waste2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Uvalde) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation of the recycling of fluid oil and gas waste.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3529consent to use personal identifying information2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to consent for the use or possession of personal identifying information under the Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3533the bond required for a motor vehicle dealer number2021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the security requirement for the issuance or renewal of a motor vehicle dealer general distinguishing number or a wholesale motor vehicle auction general distinguishing number.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3564rescinding a windstorm certificate of compliance2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dennis Paul (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Insurance to rescind a certificate of compliance issued for an improvement for purposes of coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3571security measures in property owners’ associations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of security measures by certain property owners' associations.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3578payment methods for tobacco permit fees2021 · 87th Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the payment methods for cigarette and tobacco products permit fees.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3583energy savings performance contracts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to energy savings performance contracts.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3597school safety policies and procedures2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to policies, procedures, and measures for school safety in public schools.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3606vocational training in prison transfer facilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the provision of vocational training to inmates confined in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facility.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3610laws applying to certain charter schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the applicability of certain laws to certain public schools and certain requirements of a charter school that receives certain tax exemptions.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3615rates and programs of municipally owned utilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain rates charged by and programs offered by municipally owned utilities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3617residential mortgage lenders and the mortgage grant fund2021 · 87th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain qualifications and requirements for residential mortgage loan companies, the investment and use of excess residential mortgage loan originator recovery fund fees, and the creation of the mortgage grant fund; changing a fee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3629when a homestead tax deferral expires2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the date a deferral or abatement of the collection of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of an elderly or disabled person or disabled veteran expires.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3643the Texas Commission on Virtual Education2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Virtual Education.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3648the provision of natural gas and electric service2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of natural gas and electric services in this state.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3665the definition of a bicycle2021 · 87th Legislature

By Claudia Ordaz (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to expanding the definition of bicycle to include devices with more than two wheels, including to accommodate modifications necessary for adaptive riding by persons with disabilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3682hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain cities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3712peace officer training and policies2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the training of and policies for peace officers.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3717selling a city water or sewer system without an election2021 · 87th Legislature

By DeWayne Burns (R), House District 58 (Cleburne) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the sale of a water or sewer utility system by a municipality without an election.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3720long-term care and Medicaid waiver programs2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to long-term care facilities for and Medicaid waiver programs available to certain individuals, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3746notice after a data security breach2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain notifications required following a breach of security of computerized data.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3752health coverage from Texas Mutual subsidiaries2021 · 87th Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the offering of health benefit coverage by subsidiaries of the Texas Mutual Insurance Company.”

9 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3767the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to measures to support the alignment of education and workforce development in the state with state workforce needs, including the establishment of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3774operations and procedure in the judicial branch2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the operation and administration of and practice and procedure related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3777the historic structure rehabilitation tax credit2021 · 87th Legislature

By Candy Noble (R), House District 89 (Lucas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to eligible costs and expenses for purposes of the franchise tax credit for the certified rehabilitation of certified historic structures.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3786sending property tax items to the comptroller electronically2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of the comptroller to send, or to require the submission to the comptroller of, certain ad valorem tax-related items electronically.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3788training for appraisal review board members2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the training and education of appraisal review board members.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3799a sales tax exemption for county fair nonprofits2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2021

“Relating to the exemption from sales and use taxes for items sold by a nonprofit organization at a county fair.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3800releasing a state reversionary interest in land2021 · 87th Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the release of a reversionary interest in certain real property by the Health and Human Services Commission and conditions related to that release.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3807lifeguards and warning signs on public beaches2021 · 87th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of lifeguards and informational signs to improve safety on public beaches.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3821mental health staff for the veterans program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to employing and training mental health professionals for the mental health program for veterans.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3833the appraisal of certain real property2021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appraisal of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3853middle mile broadband from electric utilities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to middle mile broadband service provided by an electric utility.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3897local fees for alcoholic beverage licenses2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to fees levied by municipalities and counties for certain alcoholic beverage licenses.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3898funding of public retirement systems2021 · 87th Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the funding of public retirement systems.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3920mail ballot applications for disability or childbirth2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jay Dean (R), House District 7 (Longview) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an application to vote early by mail on the grounds of disability or confinement for childbirth.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthElections & Voting · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3924health benefits from nonprofit farm organizations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tom Oliverson (R), House District 130 (Cypress) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to health benefits offered by certain nonprofit agricultural organizations.”

12 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3927temporary motor vehicle tags2021 · 87th Legislature

By Cole Hefner (R), House District 5 (Mount Pleasant) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to certain temporary motor vehicle tags.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3932an advisory council on schooling for military children2021 · 87th Legislature

By Diego Bernal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of the State Advisory Council on Educational Opportunity for Military Children.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3938the industry-based certification advisory council2021 · 87th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3959the Texas youth livestock show grant program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brad Buckley (R), House District 54 (Salado) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas youth livestock show grant program.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3961posting long-term care ombudsman information2021 · 87th Legislature

By David Spiller (R), House District 68 (Jacksboro) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to required posting of information regarding the office of the state long-term care ombudsman on certain long-term care facilities' Internet websites.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3971appraising homes in a designated historic district2021 · 87th Legislature

By Morgan Meyer (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of residential real property located in a designated historic district.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3973a study of abandoned oil and gas wells2021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to a study on abandoned oil and gas wells in this state and the use of the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3979the social studies curriculum in public schools2021 · 87th Legislature

By Steve Toth (R), House District 15 (Conroe) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the social studies curriculum in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 20 record votes · 35 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4018oversight of state agency technology projects2021 · 87th Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to legislative oversight and funding of improvement and modernization projects for state agency information resources.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4030licensing and regulation of insurance professionals2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of insurance professionals.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4056a study of a Texas Bicentennial Commission2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Meza (D), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the establishment of a committee to study the formation of a Texas Bicentennial Commission.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4068police and fire systems joining Texas Municipal Retirement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of certain public retirement systems for police and fire fighters to participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4074collection of suicide data2021 · 87th Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the collection and use of suicide data by the statewide behavioral health coordinating council.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4080autism awareness specialty license plates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to issuance of autism awareness specialty license plates.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4103hotel and convention center project tax revenue2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of certain tax revenue by certain municipalities and to the entitlement of certain municipalities to certain tax revenue related to a hotel and convention center project.”

5 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4107pipeline notice of entry under eminent domain2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the notice of entry for the purpose of exercising the power of eminent domain by a common carrier pipeline.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4110the regulation of metal recycling2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Allen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the regulation of metal recycling; increasing a criminal penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4124enrollment and funding in special-purpose districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Gina Hinojosa (D), House District 49 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to student enrollment in certain special-purpose districts and the allotment under the public school finance system for those districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4158sharing confidential juvenile justice information2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Turner (D), House District 114 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the dissemination of confidential information contained in the juvenile justice information system.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4202work colleges in the TexShare library consortium2021 · 87th Legislature

By Toni Rose (D), House District 110 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to including work colleges in the TexShare library consortium.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4279Windham School District and the JET Grant Program2021 · 87th Legislature

By Alex Dominguez (D), House District 37 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the eligibility of the Windham School District to participate in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4293a court date reminder program for defendants2021 · 87th Legislature

By Gina Hinojosa (D), House District 49 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of a court reminder program for criminal defendants.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4294joint entities of the legislative branch2021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the organization and efficient operation of the legislative branch of state government through joint entities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4344complaints to the State Commission on Judicial Conduct2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2022

“Relating to a complaint filed with the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4346firearms and alcohol while using an easement2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ben Leman (R), House District 13 (Iola) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the possession, carrying, or transportation of a firearm or alcoholic beverage by certain persons during the use of an easement.”

Guns & Weapons · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4356qualifications of municipal development district directors2021 · 87th Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the qualifications of directors of certain municipal development districts.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4361off-campus college programs requested by an employer2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Raney (R), House District 14 (Bryan) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to off-campus workforce education or lower-division programs offered by a public institution of higher education at the request of an employer.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4368police officer retirement systems in certain cities2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to participation in, contributions to, and the benefits and administration of retirement systems for police officers in certain municipalities.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4374executory contracts to buy residential land2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the use of executory contracts for the purchase of land to be used as a residence in certain counties.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4436operating aircraft over protected freshwater areas2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of aircraft in or on protected freshwater areas.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4454the Willacy County Drainage District No. 22021 · 87th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Willacy County Drainage District No. 2.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4472the Texas emissions reduction plan2021 · 87th Legislature

By Brooks Landgraf (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4477financial exploitation of vulnerable adults2021 · 87th Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the financial exploitation of certain vulnerable adults.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4492financing costs from the electric market2021 · 87th Legislature

By Chris Paddie (R), House District 9 (Marshall) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to financing certain costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds; authorizing fees.”

7 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4509instruction on informed American patriotism2021 · 87th Legislature

By Greg Bonnen (R), House District 24 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to instruction on informed American patriotism in public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4544documents given to youth leaving juvenile custody2021 · 87th Legislature

By Valoree Swanson (R), House District 150 (Spring) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to providing children committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department with certain documents on discharge or release; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 4545student testing and accelerated instruction2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the assessment of public school students, the establishment of a strong foundations grant program, and providing accelerated instruction for students who fail to achieve satisfactory performance on certain assessment instruments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4555ballot applications by people convicted of a felony2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to an application for a place on a ballot filed by a person convicted of a felony and to the general requirements of an application for a place on a ballot; decreasing a criminal penalty.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4568the Rockwall County Juvenile Board2021 · 87th Legislature

By Justin Holland (R), House District 33 (Heath) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Rockwall County Juvenile Board.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4579the Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority2021 · 87th Legislature

By Dustin Burrows (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers, duties, and bond authority of the Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority; providing authority to impose a fee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4580the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 2022021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 202; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4584the Sterrett Road Municipal Management District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jake Ellzey (R), House District 10 (Midlothian) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Sterrett Road Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4590the TRR 243 Municipal Management District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the TRR 243 Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4604the Barrett Management District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of the Barrett Management District to finance an improvement project or service.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4609the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 402021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry M. Wilson (R), House District 20 (Granite Shoals) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4611the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 2062021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 206; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4612the Brazoria County Management District No. 22021 · 87th Legislature

By Cody Vasut (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4614the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four maintenance tax2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the authority of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four to impose a maintenance tax and the validation of certain acts of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4617directors of the High Point Special Utility District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Keith Bell (R), House District 4 (Forney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the qualifications and method of electing directors of the High Point Special Utility District of Kaufman and Rockwall Counties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4621the Nueces County Drainage and Conservation District No. 22021 · 87th Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the number, terms, and compensation of the commissioners of the Nueces County Drainage and Conservation District Number 2.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4627creating certain municipal utility districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · became law without the Governor’s signature — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation of certain municipal utility districts; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4628the Veale Ranch Municipal Management District No. 12021 · 87th Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Veale Ranch Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4638creating certain municipal management districts2021 · 87th Legislature

By John H. Bucy III (D), House District 136 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective January 1, 2022

“Relating to the creation of certain municipal management districts; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4645the Wildwood Municipal Utility District2021 · 87th Legislature

By John Cyrier (R), House District 17 (Lockhart) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Wildwood Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4646the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4651the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 2032021 · 87th Legislature

By Steve Toth (R), House District 15 (Conroe) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 203; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4652the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 2082021 · 87th Legislature

By Will Metcalf (R), House District 16 (Montgomery) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 208; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4658the Huntsville Municipal Utility District No. 12021 · 87th Legislature

By Ernest Bailes (R), House District 18 (Shepherd) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Huntsville Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Walker County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4663the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 12021 · 87th Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2021

“Relating to the powers of the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1; authorizing the issuance of bonds.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4664a land sale to the Trinity River Authority of Texas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Ernest Bailes (R), House District 18 (Shepherd) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing the sale of certain real property by the State of Texas to the Trinity River Authority of Texas.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4667a state property transfer to the City of Eagle Pass2021 · 87th Legislature

By Eddie Morales (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Department of Public Safety to the City of Eagle Pass.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4668the Medina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 42021 · 87th Legislature

By Andrew Murr (R), House District 53 (Junction) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Medina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 19a right to designate an essential caregiver2021 · 87th Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), Senate District 18 (Brenham) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 6

“Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 27a ban on limiting religious services2021 · 87th Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 3

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit this state or a political subdivision of this state from prohibiting or limiting religious services of religious organizations.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 35a homestead exemption for spouses of fallen service members2021 · 87th Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 8

“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 member of the armed services of the United States who is killed or fatally injured in the l”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 47eligibility requirements for judicial office2021 · 87th Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Houston) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 4

“Proposing a constitutional amendment changing the eligibility requirements for certain judicial offices.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 99county financing for transportation in blighted areas2021 · 87th Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 2

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a county to finance the development or redevelopment of transportation or infrastructure in unproductive, underdeveloped, or blighted areas in the county; authorizing the issuance of bonds and notes.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 125a school tax limit for a disabled person’s surviving spouse2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jake Ellzey (R), House District 10 (Midlothian) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 7

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the surviving spouse of a person who is disabled to receive a limitation on the school district ad valorem taxes on the spouse's residence homestead if the spouse is 55 years of age or older at the time of the person's death.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 143charitable raffles by rodeo sports team foundations2021 · 87th Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 1

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the professional sports team charitable foundations of organizations sanctioned by certain professional associations to conduct charitable raffles at rodeo venues.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 165judicial conduct commission powers over judicial candidates2021 · 87th Legislature

By Jacey Jetton (R), House District 26 (Richmond) · approved by voters November 2, 2021, as Proposition 5

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing additional powers to the State Commission on Judicial Conduct with respect to candidates for judicial office.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1the state budget2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law with line-item vetoes, effective September 1, 2013

“General Appropriations Bill.”

44 record votes · 272 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 2charter schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain charter schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 8 record votes · 24 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 7Medicaid acute care and long-term services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to improving the delivery and quality of certain health and human services, including the delivery and quality of Medicaid acute care services and long-term services and supports.”

9 record votes · 34 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 8health and human services and Medicaid fraud2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision and delivery of certain health and human services in this state, including the provision of those services through the Medicaid program and the prevention of fraud, waste, and abuse in that program and other programs.”

6 record votes · 19 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 12evidence of similar sexual offenses at trial2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the admissibility of evidence of other similar offenses in the prosecution of certain sexual offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 21drug testing for unemployment benefits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to drug screening or testing as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain individuals.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 24a new University of Texas campus in South Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a new university in South Texas within The University of Texas System.”

Higher EducationImmigration & Border · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 33electronic monitoring at state supported living centers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the electronic monitoring of residents at state supported living centers; providing criminal penalties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 34psychoactive medication in certain facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration of psychoactive medications to persons receiving services in certain facilities.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 39students with visual impairments2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the evaluation and instruction of public school students with visual impairments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 44child abuse case records and mental health services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to maintaining and reporting certain information regarding certain child abuse or neglect cases and the provision of mental health services for children in those cases.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 58mental health and substance abuse services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to delivery of and reporting on mental health, behavioral health, substance abuse, and certain other services.”

3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 59reports required of state agencies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 60security freezes on children's credit files2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to authorizing the placement of a security freeze on the consumer file or other record created or maintained by a consumer reporting agency regarding a person under 16 years of age.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 63consent to the immunization of children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to consent to the immunization of certain children.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 64vaccine policies at child-care facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for licensed child-care facilities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 66studying child fatalities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to studying the causes of and making recommendations for reducing child fatalities, including fatalities from the abuse and neglect of children.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 107court disclosure of nondisclosed criminal records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the disclosure by a court of criminal history record information that is the subject of an order of nondisclosure.”

3 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 109the state housing plan and housing data2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a housing plan developed and certain housing information collected and reported by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 111Texas Historical Use Buildings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of Texas Historical Use Buildings.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 112declarations pages for residential property insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a requirement for and the contents of a declarations page required for certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 119special student recovery programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of special student recovery programs by certain school districts.”

Immigration & BorderPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 120the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center at El Paso2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso as a component institution of the Texas Tech University System.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 122removal of school district trustees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the removal from office of a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 123education commissioner subpoenas and investigations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the commissioner of education to issue subpoenas and conduct accreditation investigations.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 124tampering with school district records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of tampering with certain governmental records based on certain reporting for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 126a mental health and substance abuse reporting system2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a mental health and substance abuse public reporting system.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 141orthotics and prosthetics licensing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirements for issuance of a license to practice orthotics and prosthetics.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 146criminal history checks for on-campus housing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access by a public institution of higher education to the criminal history record information of certain persons seeking to reside in on-campus housing.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 147liability limits for mortgage guaranty insurers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 148legal services for public servants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain legal advice or legal services rendered to certain public servants.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 149the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.”

5 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 152protection of the elderly, disabled and children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the protection and care of persons who are elderly or disabled or who are children.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 160identification of poll watchers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the identification of a person as an election poll watcher.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 162occupational licenses for military spouses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the occupational licensing of spouses of members of the military and the eligibility requirements for certain occupational licenses issued to applicants with military experience.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 163a homestead tax exemption for surviving military spouses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a member of the armed services of the United States who is killed in action.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 166driver license scanning by health care providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use by certain health care providers of electronically readable information from a driver's license or personal identification certificate.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 171a uniform disaster application form2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a workgroup to study the use by state agencies of a uniform application form following disasters.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 176distribution of consultant reports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the distribution of certain consultants' reports.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 181verifying motor vehicle insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to verification of motor vehicle financial responsibility information.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 186mosquito abatement on vacant residential property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the abatement of mosquitoes in stagnant water located on certain uninhabited residential property.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 198covenants on drought-resistant landscaping2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to restrictive covenants regulating drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving natural turf.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 200continuing the State Pension Review Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Pension Review Board.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 201continuing the State Preservation Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Preservation Board.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 202continuing the Texas Commission on the Arts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on the Arts.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 204continuing the Texas Board of Professional Engineers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers; changing a fee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 209the State Commission on Judicial Conduct2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the functions and operation of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 211continuing the Texas Facilities Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Facilities Commission and to property development plans in connection with governmental entities; authorizing fees.”

7 record votes · 13 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 213continuing the Department of Criminal Justice2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Windham School District and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles and the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 23 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 215continuing the Higher Education Coordinating Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including related changes to the status and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation.”

Higher Education · 10 record votes · 52 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 217continuing the state employee charitable campaign2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the state employee charitable campaign.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 220abolishing the fire fighters pension commissioner2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the abolition of the office of the fire fighters' pension commissioner and the transfer and disposition of its functions relating to the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System and the Texas local firefighters retirement systems.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 221the Texas Funeral Service Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition and employees of the Texas Funeral Service Commission.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 222venue for computer crime prosecutions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the venue for prosecution of certain computer crimes.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 223Texas Division of Emergency Management vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to designation of certain vehicles of the Texas Division of Emergency Management as authorized emergency vehicles.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 242occupational licenses and military experience2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility requirements for certain occupational licenses issued to applicants with military experience.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 246electronic requests for attorney general opinions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the electronic submission of a request for an attorney general opinion.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 247property tax lien transfers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of an ad valorem tax lien; providing an administrative penalty.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 259telecommunications services and markets2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to telecommunications services and markets.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 260school absences to visit a deployed parent2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the absence of a student from school to visit with a parent, stepparent, or guardian who will be or has been deployed on military duty.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 265bonds for county officers and prosecutors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to bond requirements for county officers and employees, district attorneys, and criminal district attorneys.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 268prosecutors in the 287th Judicial District and Oldham County2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the application of the professional prosecutors law to the district attorney for the 287th Judicial District and the county attorney of Oldham County.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 270releasing juror information2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a limited exception to the prohibition on releasing personal information about a juror collected during the jury selection process in certain cases.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 274oversize and overweight vehicle permits in one county2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 275punishment for leaving the scene of an accident2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 276local government corporations for transit authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain transportation authorities to create a local government corporation.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 281the Red River Authority of Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration and powers of the Red River Authority of Texas.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 283membership of the Texas Historical Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the number of members of the Texas Historical Commission.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 286a state affordable housing home loan program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a home loan program operated by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 289loss damage waivers in rental-purchase agreements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the approval requirement for a rental-purchase agreement that includes a loss damage waiver provision.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 294a local behavioral health intervention pilot project2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to extending a local behavioral health intervention pilot project.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 297prepaid funeral benefits contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to prepaid funeral benefits contracts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 299display of a handgun by a license holder2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the intentional display of a handgun by a person licensed to carry a concealed handgun.”

Guns & Weapons · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 307moving adult education to the Workforce Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transfer of adult education and literacy programs from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Workforce Commission.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 312speech-language pathology and hearing instruments2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of speech-language pathology and audiology and the fitting and dispensing of hearing instruments.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 320Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 32013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 321Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 22013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 329minors at tanning facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a prohibition on the use of a tanning facility by a minor.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 330information for social study evaluators2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain information to which a social study evaluator is entitled in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship; providing a criminal penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 332county oversight of emergency services districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to commissioners court oversight of certain emergency services districts.”

Immigration & Border · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 336qualifications for medical examiners2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the qualifications for appointment as a medical examiner.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 344habeas corpus based on scientific evidence2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the procedure for an application for a writ of habeas corpus based on relevant scientific evidence.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 345inmate programs and the state boot camp2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain programs for inmates, including the abolition of the state boot camp program and the use of programs by volunteer and faith-based organizations.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 347low-level radioactive waste disposal2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to funding for the operations of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission and to the disposal of certain low-level radioactive waste.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 348utilization review in STAR + PLUS Medicaid2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a utilization review process for managed care organizations participating in the STAR + PLUS Medicaid managed care program.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 349standards for power lines2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to standards for power lines.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 352visitation for children in state conservatorship2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to visitation for certain children in the temporary managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 354electronic delivery of criminal case documents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to permitting electronic delivery of certain documents in a criminal case.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 355child support enforcement by the Title IV-D agency2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Title IV-D agency regarding the establishment, collection, and enforcement of child support and in connection with an application for a marriage license or protective order; authorizing a surcharge.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 356audits of court registry funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the audit of court registry funds in certain counties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 357protective orders for stalking and trafficking offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the issuance of protective orders for certain sexual, stalking, and trafficking offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 358polygraph statements as evidence of release violations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of a polygraph statement as evidence that a defendant or releasee from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice has violated a condition of release.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 359selection of appraisal district directors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the selection of certain members of the board of directors of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 360euthanasia methods at animal shelters2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to methods used by an animal shelter to euthanize a dog or cat.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 365expedited credentialing for podiatrists and optometrists2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to expedited credentialing for certain podiatrists and therapeutic optometrists providing services under a managed care plan.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 367unclaimed property seized during arrests2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disposition of abandoned or unclaimed property seized at the time of certain arrests.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 369public information in the sex offender database2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain information available to the public on a central database containing information about sex offenders.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 376breakfast for public school students2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to breakfast for certain public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 377exemptions from state assessment instruments2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the determination of certain exemptions from the administration of state assessment instruments to public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 383repeal of refrigerant sale and use rules2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing the sale and use of certain refrigerants.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 385assessments for water and energy improvements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing assessments for water and energy improvements in regions designated by municipalities and counties; imposing a fee.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 392notice of constitutional challenges to state statutes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to notice to the attorney general of challenges to the constitutionality of Texas statutes.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 393children charged with Class C misdemeanors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the criminal procedures related to children who commit certain Class C misdemeanors.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 394access to children's fine-only misdemeanor records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to restricting access to records of children convicted of or receiving deferred disposition for certain fine-only misdemeanors.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 395fines and court costs imposed on children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to fines and court costs imposed on a child in a criminal case.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 396death benefits for DPS and parks employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of state death benefits to certain employees of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and the Parks and Wildlife Department.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 398major events trust fund for postseason bowl games2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to conforming the eligibility under a major events trust fund of a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Bowl Subdivision postseason event with the changes to the Bowl Championship Series system.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 406prescriptive authority for nurses and physician assistants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective November 1, 2013

“Relating to the practice of advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants and the delegation of prescriptive authority by physicians to and the supervision by physicians of certain advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 412a county hotel occupancy tax for a coliseum2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax for the maintenance, operation, and promotion of a coliseum in the county; authorizing a tax.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 414baccalaureate degrees at public junior colleges2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study and report regarding authorizing certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs to address regional workforce needs.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 421the Texas System of Care for children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Texas System of Care and the development of local mental health systems of care for certain children.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 423flexible response to child abuse reports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the flexible response system for investigations of child abuse or neglect reports by the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 427regulation of child-care facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities and administrators of those facilities.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 441the Texas Fast Start Program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of the Texas Fast Start Program to promote rapid delivery of workforce education and development.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 443leave for reserve law enforcement training2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to leave for reserve law enforcement officers for required training.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 447elections for water supply corporation boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Troy Fraser (R), Senate District 24 (Horseshoe Bay) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to annual and special meetings of and election procedures for members of boards of directors for water supply or sewer service corporations.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 454the Jackson County Navigation District annual report2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Jackson County Navigation District to file an annual compilation or review report with the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in lieu of filing an annual audit report.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 457confidentiality of autopsy records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain autopsy records.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 460teacher training on student suicide risk2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to training for public school teachers in the detection and education of students at risk for suicide or with other mental or emotional disorders and the inclusion of mental health concerns in coordinated school health efforts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 462specialty court programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to specialty court programs in this state.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 466participation in federal transportation programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to participate in certain federal transportation programs.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 475expiration of the street maintenance sales tax2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expiration of the municipal sales and use tax for street maintenance in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 479the district attorney for the 79th Judicial District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the application of the professional prosecutors law to the district attorney for the 79th Judicial District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 482Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 1362013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 136; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 484a prostitution prevention program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a prostitution prevention program; authorizing a fee.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 485the sales tax exemption period for clothing and footwear2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sales tax exemption period for clothing and footwear.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 492prescribed pediatric extended care centers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of prescribed pediatric extended care centers; providing penalties; imposing fees.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 495a task force on maternal mortality2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a task force to study maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 500the Texas State Board of Pharmacy2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 511juvenile commitment to local secure facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective December 1, 2013

“Relating to the commitment of certain juveniles to local post-adjudication secure correctional facilities in certain counties and to the release under supervision of those juveniles.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 514saltwater pipeline facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the installation, maintenance, operation, and relocation of saltwater pipeline facilities.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 515brewpub production of beer, ale and malt liquor2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale and production of malt liquor, ale, and beer by the holder of a brewpub license.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 516distribution of ale by certain brewers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the distribution of ale by certain brewers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 517distribution of beer by certain manufacturers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the distribution of beer by certain manufacturers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 518beer and ale sales to consumers by brewers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain brewers and manufacturers to sell beer and ale to ultimate consumers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 529automated sales suppression devices2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of the offense of installation, transfer, use, or possession of an automated sales suppression device or phantom-ware.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 530branch of service emblems on Disabled Veteran plates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the inclusion of the emblem of the veteran's branch of service on Disabled Veteran specialty license plates.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 534stable placement for children in state care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to providing stable placement for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 540certification of elevator and escalator inspectors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation, registration, and certification of inspectors for elevators, escalators, and related equipment.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 542dispute resolution for students with disabilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to alternative dispute resolution methods regarding educational services for students with disabilities, including individualized education program facilitation.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 545peace officers driving police escort vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency service vehicle used to conduct a police escort.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 546continuing education for county tax assessor-collectors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to continuing education requirements and a registration exemption for county tax assessor-collectors.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 549penalties for organized criminal activity2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to penalties for engaging in organized criminal activity.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 552applications to revise a subdivision plat2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an application filed with a county commissioners court to revise a subdivision plat; authorizing a fee.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 559remittance dates for certain taxes and fees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the remittance dates of certain taxes and fees and the allocation dates of certain state money.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 566a pharmacy school at The University of Texas at Tyler2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a pharmacy school at The University of Texas at Tyler.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 567economic regulation of water and sewer service2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to rates for water service, to the transfer of functions relating to the economic regulation of water and sewer service from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel regarding the econo”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 578countywide polling places2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to use of countywide polling places for certain elections.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 581securing deposits of public funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to procedures for securing the deposit of public funds.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 583eligibility for the universal service fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law

“Relating to eligibility for support from the universal service fund.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 611irrigation powers of water districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the irrigation powers and functions of certain water districts; providing authority for a district by rule to change fees; clarifying a district's authority to impose certain assessments.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 615contracting by the Texas Historical Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the contracting authority of the Texas Historical Commission.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 618licensing of ringside physicians and timekeepers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the elimination of the licensing and registration requirements for ringside physicians and timekeepers for combative sports events.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 620loan repayment for speech-language pathologists2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to student loan repayment assistance for speech-language pathologists or audiologists employed by a public school or as faculty members of certain programs at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 628regional emergency communications districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 630obligations of residential landlords2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to certain obligations of and limitations on residential landlords.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 632optometrist contracts with health plans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to contracts between optometrists or therapeutic optometrists and health maintenance organizations or insurers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 634faulty on-site sewage disposal systems2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to regulating faulty on-site sewage disposal systems in the unincorporated areas of a county as a public nuisance; providing a criminal penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 639beer sales to wholesalers and distributors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale of beer, ale, and malt liquor by a brewer or beer manufacturer to a wholesaler or distributor and contractual agreements between those entities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 644a standard prior authorization form for prescription drugs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a standard request form for prior authorization of prescription drug benefits.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 646court-ordered outpatient mental health services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to court-ordered outpatient mental health services.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 652transfers of alcoholic beverages for manufacturing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transfer of alcoholic beverages for manufacturing purposes between certain permit and license holders.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 654enforcement of water conservation and animal care ordinances2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the enforcement of water conservation and animal care and control ordinances of a municipality by civil action or quasi-judicial enforcement; providing civil penalties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 656transparency in local budget adoption2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to providing transparency in the budget adoption process of municipalities and counties.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 660assessments for public improvement projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the collection, receipt, and use of assessments and other types of revenue for certain public improvement projects in certain municipalities.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 672regulation of industrialized housing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of industrialized housing.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 673requirements for elevators and escalators2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the requirements for elevators, escalators, and related equipment; providing penalties.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 680a pilot program on student loan default rates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a pilot program to improve student loan default rates and financial aid literacy among postsecondary students.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 690Harris County Improvement District No. 232013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of Harris County Improvement District No. 23; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 692electronic filing of county financial disclosures2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the filing by electronic mail of financial disclosures by certain county officers, county employees, or candidates for county office.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 698refund of unearned insurance premiums2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the refund of unearned premium for a personal automobile or residential property insurance policy.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 700energy and water management by state agencies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting by state agencies and institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 709representation in special education hearings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to representation of a person in a special education impartial due process hearing.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 715school counselor terminology and licensing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to counselors employed by school districts, including the use of consistent terminology in the Education Code to refer to school counselors and a license requirement for licensed professional counselors employed by school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 724Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 1332013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 133; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 725Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 1342013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 134; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 727parole for burglary with intent to commit a sex offense2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the eligibility for judge-ordered community supervision or for release on parole of certain defendants convicted of burglary with the intent to commit a sex offense.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 734licensing of captive insurance companies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the licensing of captive insurance companies; authorizing fees and authorizing and imposing taxes.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 736insurance declinations after consumer inquiries2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to insurance rating and underwriting practices and declinations based on certain consumer inquiries.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 742missing person reports and officer training2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to reports of missing children, missing persons, or attempted child abductions and to education and training for peace officers regarding missing or exploited children.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 743repeat violations of family violence orders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the penalties prescribed for repeated violations of certain court orders or conditions of bond in a family violence case.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 745sexual assault services and crime victim compensation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to sexual assault prevention and crisis services and to the administration of the Crime Victims' Compensation Act.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 746criminal offenses involving Medicaid2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to unlawful acts against and criminal offenses involving the Medicaid program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 748tax revenue for convention centers and arenas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of certain tax revenue to enhance and upgrade convention center facilities, multipurpose arenas, venues, and related infrastructure in certain municipalities.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 758the foundation school fund payment schedule2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the established schedule of payments from the foundation school fund of the yearly entitlement of certain school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 769specialized training for foster parents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide specialized training to foster parents of certain children.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 772obsolete Department of Agriculture reports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 778trust dealings by banks and trust companies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to trusts.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 816the deadline for special education evaluations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the date by which a school district must complete a report of an initial evaluation of a student for special education services.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 817political party conventions and officers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain requirements for political parties holding conventions and for officers of certain of those parties.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 819demolition waste from nuisance buildings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disposal of demolition waste from abandoned or nuisance buildings by certain local governments.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 820deer management, breeding and permits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the management, breeding, and destruction of deer and to procedures regarding certain deer permits.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 822health care provider network contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of certain health care provider network contract arrangements; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing a fee.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 825grievances alleging prosecutorial misconduct2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to disciplinary standards and procedures applicable to grievances alleging certain prosecutorial misconduct.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 831mental health programs for public schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a list of mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention programs that may be selected for implementation by public schools.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 832school liaisons for students in state conservatorship2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to training for school district and open-enrollment charter school liaisons who assist students in the conservatorship of the state with school enrollments and transfers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 833foster care status data in PEIMS2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the collection of data through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) as to the foster care status of public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 837municipal property condition requirements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to require owners of real property to keep the property free of certain conditions.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 839insurance for portable electronic devices2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of insurance coverage for certain portable electronic devices.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 840promotional practices in insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain promotional practices not considered to be prohibited discrimination, rebates, or inducements in insurance.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 841authorized investments under the Insurance Code2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain authorized investments under the Insurance Code.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 848assignment of rents to security interest holders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to assignment of rents to holders of certain security interests in real property.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 853notice of health insurance premium increases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to notice of a premium increase for certain health insurance policies.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 854motor vehicle dealers, distributors and representatives2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and representatives.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 864handgun proficiency courses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a handgun proficiency course that is taken to obtain or renew a concealed handgun license.”

Guns & Weapons · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 866local governments in statewide technology centers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing local governments to participate in statewide technology centers.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 872county spending on health care services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to county expenditures for certain health care services.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 874health care sharing ministries2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of health care sharing ministries.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 875purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers by certain businesses; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 878proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the disposition of proceeds and property from criminal asset forfeiture.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 885notice of utility rate increases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to notice of utility rate increases.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 886extended foster care for young adults2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to extended foster care for certain young adults and the extended jurisdiction of a court in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving those young adults.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 887correction instruments in property conveyances2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain correction instruments in the conveyance of real property.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 894real property in the Capitol complex2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to real property within the Capitol complex.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 895records of a nonprofit supporting cancer research2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to access to records of a nonprofit organization supporting the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas under the public information law.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 900Railroad Commission penalty amounts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Troy Fraser (R), Senate District 24 (Horseshoe Bay) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amounts of the administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for violating certain statutes under the jurisdiction of, rules or orders adopted by, or licenses, permits, or certificates issued by the Railroad Commission of Texas.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 901pipeline transportation safety standards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Troy Fraser (R), Senate District 24 (Horseshoe Bay) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to safety standards and practices applicable to the transportation by pipeline of certain substances.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 904election deadlines for overseas military voters2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the adoption of certain voting procedures and the modification of certain election deadlines, including those necessary to implement the federal Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 910election practices and procedures2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain election practices and procedures.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 914behavior plans in individualized education programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a behavior improvement plan or a behavioral intervention plan adopted for certain students with an individualized education program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 918Brazos River Authority land at Possum Kingdom Lake2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sale by the Brazos River Authority and regulation of certain real property in the immediate vicinity of Possum Kingdom Lake.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 939child abuse reporting and training at schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to reporting child abuse and neglect and to training regarding recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect at schools, institutions of higher education, and other entities.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 944criminal history checks at licensed facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to criminal history record checks for certain employees of facilities licensed by the Department of State Health Services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 945identification of hospital health care providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the identification requirements of certain health care providers associated with a hospital.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 949licensing under the Medical Practice Act2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to licensing under the Medical Practice Act.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 950the primary American source of supply for alcohol2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to requiring certain alcoholic beverage permittees to be the primary American source of supply for certain alcoholic beverages.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 953the Uniform Trade Secrets Act2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 958liability of districts supplying water for power2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Troy Fraser (R), Senate District 24 (Horseshoe Bay) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the liability of certain special-purpose districts or authorities providing water to a purchaser for the generation of electricity.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 965correcting law enforcement termination reports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the correction of employment termination reports for law enforcement officers.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 966the Judicial Branch Certification Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to creation of the Judicial Branch Certification Commission and the consolidation of judicial profession regulation; imposing penalties; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 971transportation reinvestment zones for ports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the purposes, designation, and funding of a transportation reinvestment zone for port projects; providing authority to issue bonds; authorizing an assessment.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 974the name of Texas State University2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the name of Texas State University--San Marcos.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 976temporary approval for tuition equalization grants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the temporary approval of an institution to participate in the tuition equalization grant program.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 978local anesthesia in outpatient settings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to regulation by the Texas Medical Board of local anesthesia and peripheral nerve blocks administered in an outpatient setting.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 981utility bill assistance for burned veterans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to electric utility bill payment assistance programs for certain veterans burned in combat.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 983in camera review in public information suits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to in camera review and filing of the information at issue in a suit filed under the public information law.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 984governmental body meetings by videoconference2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the meeting of a governmental body held by videoconference call.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 987injunctions against local firearm regulations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to allowing the attorney general to obtain an injunction against a municipality or county that adopts prohibited regulations regarding firearms, ammunition, or firearm supplies.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 993the Texas Nonprofit Council2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Texas Nonprofit Council to assist with faith-based and community-based initiatives.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 997sales tax in municipal development agreements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sales and use tax consequences of economic development agreements made by certain municipalities.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1003a review of administrative segregation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a review of and report regarding the use of adult and juvenile administrative segregation in facilities in this state.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1012the McMullen Groundwater Conservation District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the McMullen Groundwater Conservation District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1017travel information operations at TxDOT2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the funding for and administration of travel and information operations by the Texas Department of Transportation.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1019investment of university funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the investment of funds by the governing boards of certain institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1023a 99-year state land lease to Austin2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective August 15, 2016

“Relating to the renewal and extension and modification of a 99-year lease of certain state property to the City of Austin.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1029converting free highways to toll projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the conversion of a nontolled state highway or segment of the state highway system to a toll project.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1031the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District; providing authority to impose a fee.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1044criminal history access for public defenders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to access to criminal history record information by certain entities, including certain local government corporations, public defender's offices, and the office of capital writs, and to an exemption for those offices from fees imposed for processing inquiries for that information.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1057insurance exchange information for benefit applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to information about private health care insurance coverage and the health insurance exchange for individuals applying for certain Department of State Health Services health or mental health benefits, services, and assistance.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1058regulation of the practice of nursing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jane Nelson (R), Senate District 12 (Flower Mound) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of the practice of nursing.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1061disabled veteran parking at universities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to parking privileges of disabled veterans on the property of institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1080a study of county judge compensation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, Jr. (D), Senate District 27 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a study on the adequacy and appropriateness of additional compensation paid to certain county judges.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1086water and sewage utilities near municipalities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of certain water and sewage utilities to ensure public safety in and around certain municipalities.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1090regulation of alcoholic beverages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the manufacture, distribution, sale, and provision of alcoholic beverages and the regulation of those activities.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1093nonsubstantive code corrections2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to nonsubstantive additions to and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 82nd Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1099designations used by physical therapists2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of certain designations by a physical therapist.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1100licensing of out-of-state pharmacies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the licensing and inspection of certain out-of-state pharmacies by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy; authorizing fees.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1106maximum allowable cost lists in Medicaid2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the use of maximum allowable cost lists under a Medicaid managed care pharmacy benefit plan.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1110designation of transportation reinvestment zones2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the purposes and designation of a transportation reinvestment zone.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1114student misdemeanors and school police2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the prosecution of certain misdemeanor offenses committed by children and to school district law enforcement.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1116the Crystal Clear Special Utility District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, functions, operations, and financing of the Crystal Clear Special Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1120tenant lease obligations after a disaster2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to a residential tenant's lease obligation after the loss of the leased premises resulting from a natural disaster.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1133fire and police pension contributions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to contributions to certain fire and police pension funds.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1142an adult high school diploma charter program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an adult high school diploma and industry certification charter school pilot program for adults 19 to 50 years of age.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1150a provider protection plan in Medicaid managed care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a provider protection plan that ensures efficiency and reduces administrative burdens on providers participating in a Medicaid managed care model or arrangement.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1151sales tax on snack items2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to sales and use tax treatment of certain snack items.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1157a state property transfer in Walker County2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the transfer of certain state property in Walker County from the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to the board of regents of the Texas State University System.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1158higher education for veterans and their families2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to higher education for veterans and their families.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1159higher education for military personnel and dependents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to higher education for certain military personnel and their dependents.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1167creation of a county assistance district2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a county assistance district.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1173community supervision for state jail felonies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to procedures for the sentencing and placement on community supervision of defendants charged with the commission of a state jail felony.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1175reuse of Medicaid durable medical equipment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a reuse program for durable medical equipment provided to recipients under the Medicaid program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1185a mental health jail diversion pilot program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1189disposition of firearms seized by police2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the disposition of certain firearms seized by a law enforcement agency.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1191emergency care for sexual assault survivors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the duties of health care facilities, health care providers, and the Department of State Health Services with respect to care provided to a sexual assault survivor in an emergency department of a health care facility.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1192the rights of sexual assault victims2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the rights of certain victims of sexual assault.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1200the Texas Military Preparedness Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission and strategic planning regarding military bases and defense installations.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1210conditions on tuition exemptions and waivers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to conditions on the receipt of tuition and fee exemptions and waivers at public institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1214agriculture economic development programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain economic development programs administered by the Department of Agriculture.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1216a standard prior authorization form for medical care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a standard request form for prior authorization of medical care or health care services.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1221Medicaid-based fee schedules in provider contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to use of a Medicaid-based fee schedule for reimbursement of services under a contract between a health care provider and certain health benefit plans.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1224sending tax documents by contract carrier2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use by a property owner of a common or contract carrier to send a payment, report, application, statement, or other document or paper to a taxing unit or taxing official.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1226employment-first policy for people with disabilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of an employment-first policy and task force to promote competitive employment opportunities that provide a living wage for individuals with disabilities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1236extending emergency protective services orders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the extension of an emergency order for protective services for certain persons who are elderly or have disabilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1238the Texas Forensic Science Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition and duties of and investigations conducted by the Texas Forensic Science Commission, the administrative attachment of the Texas Forensic Science Commission to Sam Houston State University, the accreditation of criminal laboratories by the Department of Public Safety of th”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1240partition of charitable trust mineral interests2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the partition of mineral interests of a charitable trust.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1248documentary fees on recreational vehicle and boat sales2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the documentary fee charged in connection with the sale of certain recreational vehicles and boats.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1251charges and terms for consumer loans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to authorized charges and terms for certain consumer loans.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1255arbitration of unequal appraisal protests2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to binding arbitration of an appraisal review board order determining a protest of an unequal appraisal of the owner's property.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1256comparable sales in property tax appraisal2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the requirements for a sale to be considered a comparable sale for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1265election of emergency services district boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the election of board members for emergency services districts in certain counties.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1267liability for assisting the Texas Forest Service2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the liability of individuals providing labor or assistance to the Texas Forest Service in the performance of certain fire suppression duties.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1285the special prosecution unit2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the operation of the special prosecution unit.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1286regulation of professional employer services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of professional employer services; authorizing fees.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1289businesses that publish mug shots2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain business entities engaged in the publication of mug shots and other information regarding the involvement of an individual in the criminal justice system; providing a civil penalty.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1292DNA testing in capital cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to DNA testing of biological evidence in certain capital cases.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1297electronic communications within a governmental body2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to written electronic communications between members of a governmental body.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1312the practice of veterinary medicine2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation and practice of veterinary medicine; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1313the Correctional Management Institute of Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Correctional Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1317persons authorized to perform marriages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Whitmire (D), Senate District 15 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to persons authorized to perform a marriage ceremony.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1322durable medical equipment in workers' compensation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of durable medical equipment and home health care services through informal and voluntary networks in the workers' compensation system; providing penalties.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1356human trafficking victims and juvenile care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to human trafficking and its victims and the care of juveniles who have experienced traumatic events.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1360punishment for tampering with a witness2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the punishment for the offense of tampering with a witness and the evidence that may be offered to show that offense.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1364electric utility income taxes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the computation of an electric utility's income taxes.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1365credit by examination for public school students2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of credit by examination for public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1367the Texas Health Insurance Pool2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to abolishing the Texas Health Insurance Pool.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1368public information in state contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to public information pertaining to the official business of governmental bodies and to contracts by certain state governmental entities that involve the exchange or creation of public information.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1372timeshare owners' associations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to timeshare owners' associations.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1373display of the Honor and Remember flag2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to display of the Honor and Remember flag.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1376license plates for retired armed forces members2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to specialty license plates issued to retired members of the United States armed forces.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1386nonforfeiture requirements for life insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kelly Hancock (R), Senate District 9 (North Richland Hills) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1388identity recovery services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to identity recovery services; imposing a fee.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1390an audit of the Texas Enterprise Fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an audit by the state auditor of the Texas Enterprise Fund.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1393homeland security strategy2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to homeland security strategy.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1394the critical infrastructure protection strategy2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the statewide critical infrastructure protection strategy.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1398allocation of national convention delegates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to rules governing the allocation of delegates to a political party's national presidential nominating convention.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1400local regulation of air guns2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the municipal and county regulation of air guns.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1401eligibility of laboratory service providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility of certain providers of laboratory services to participate in programs administered by health and human services agencies or the Health and Human Services Commission.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1404high school completion for students in conservatorship2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to attendance at and completion of high school by students who are in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1406oversight of regional education service centers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to State Board of Education oversight of regional education service center activities concerning certain curriculum management systems.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1411county traffic regulation in special districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to regulation of traffic in a special district by a commissioners court.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1413firefighter retirement systems2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of retirement systems for paid, partly paid, or volunteer firefighters.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1419juvenile case manager funding and truancy prevention2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to funding for juvenile case managers through certain court costs and to the establishment of the truancy prevention and diversion fund.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1425fire services by emergency services districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of fire prevention or fire-fighting services by certain emergency services districts.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1427citrus budwood and nursery stock certification2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration of the citrus budwood certification program and the creation of the citrus nursery stock certification program; providing civil, criminal, and administrative penalties and authorizing fees.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1430public works contracting requirements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the applicability of certain public works contracting requirements.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1432penalties under trap and transplant permits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the punishment for violating certain rules or permit terms under a permit to trap, transport, and transplant certain animals.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1437electronic filing of documents with a county clerk2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing certain persons to file documents electronically for recording with a county clerk.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1451prosecution of money laundering2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the prosecution of the offense of money laundering and to the forfeiture of certain contraband.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1457facilities of the schools for the blind and deaf2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to management services for the physical facilities of the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1458contributions to the Teacher Retirement System2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to contributions to, benefits from, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.”

8 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1459the Employees Retirement System of Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the powers and duties of and contributions to and benefits from the systems and programs administered by the Employees Retirement System of Texas.”

4 record votes · 12 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1461adding municipalities to a transportation authority2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to addition of certain municipalities to the territory of a regional transportation authority.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1474major curriculum initiatives in school districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adoption of major curriculum initiatives by a school district.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1475a jail-based competency restoration pilot program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a jail-based restoration of competency pilot program.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1476the veteran entrepreneur program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the veteran entrepreneur program by the Texas Veterans Commission.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1484health plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.”

5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1487abandonment of a county road2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the abandonment of a county road.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1489the powers of a regional mobility authority2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and jurisdiction of a regional mobility authority.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1508rendition of property for taxation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the rendition of certain property for ad valorem tax purposes.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1510public notice before adopting a tax rate2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the public notice required to be provided by certain taxing units before adopting an ad valorem tax rate.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1512confidentiality of crime scene photographs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain crime scene photographs and video recordings.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1531information for undergraduates on timely graduation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to providing information to entering undergraduate students at certain general academic teaching institutions to promote timely graduation.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1532injection wells in the Edwards Aquifer2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1533municipal sales tax remittances by retailers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to municipal sales and use tax remittances by certain retailers.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1536the Texas military2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Texas military; imposing criminal penalties; authorizing fees.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1538performance of dropout recovery schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to evaluating the performance, including computing dropout and completion rates, of public schools designated as dropout recovery schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1541student discipline by school bus drivers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to discipline of public school students by school bus drivers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1542clinical initiatives in the Medicaid program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Leticia Van de Putte (D), Senate District 26 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to clinical initiatives to improve the quality of care and cost-effectiveness of the Medicaid program.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1546the Texas preservation trust fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the management and use of the Texas preservation trust fund.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1556school safety certification and task force2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kel Seliger (R), Senate District 31 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a school safety certification program and the School Safety Task Force.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1567coverage under an automobile insurance policy2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wendy Davis (D), Senate District 10 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to coverage of certain persons under an automobile insurance policy.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1584the Presidio Municipal Development District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the validation of the dissolution of the Development Corporation of Presidio and the creation of the Presidio Municipal Development District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1585a county hotel occupancy tax2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a county hotel occupancy tax.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1589personal finance education for foster children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to assistance and education regarding personal finance for certain children in foster care.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1596emergency services districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to emergency services districts.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1599county and municipal land development regulation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to county and municipal land development regulation.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1601Central Laredo Municipal Management District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Central Laredo Municipal Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, impose a fee, and issue bonds.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1609employee training at certain covered entities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the training of employees of certain covered entities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1610notice of computerized data security breaches2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Schwertner (R), Senate District 5 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the notification of individuals following a breach of security of computerized data.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1611discovery in criminal cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to discovery in a criminal case.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1620communication access realtime translation providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken Paxton (R), Senate District 8 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certified communication access realtime translation providers.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1623health care funding districts on the border2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation and operations of health care funding districts in certain counties located on the Texas-Mexico border.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1630protection of defendants against vexatious litigants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the protection of defendants against vexatious litigants.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1635dissolving Dallas County water district No. 62013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective October 1, 2013

“Relating to the transfer of the assets of and the dissolution of the Dallas County Water Control and Improvement District No. 6.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1643monitoring controlled substance prescriptions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the monitoring of prescriptions for certain controlled substances; providing penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1662arbitration of appraisal review board orders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to expedited binding arbitration of appraisal review board orders.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1665deposit of fees for examination expenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the deposit of assessments and fees collected for examination expenses.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1672the business of travel insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the business of travel insurance; authorizing penalties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1678the Major Events and Events trust funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the events and expenses eligible for, reporting requirements concerning disbursements from, and a study by the comptroller of the Major Events trust fund and the Events trust fund.”

4 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1681oversight of state contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective November 1, 2013

“Relating to oversight and management of state contracts.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1702Texas Windstorm Insurance Association coverage2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to residential property insured by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.”

2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1705administering driver’s license examinations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration of certain examinations required to obtain a driver's license.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1708land in El Paso County for public safety facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the acquisition of certain real property in El Paso County for the construction of facilities for the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1719construction of certain hotel projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the construction, remodeling, or rehabilitation of certain hotel projects.”

Immigration & Border · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1720the Math and Science Scholars Loan Repayment Program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Patrick (R), Senate District 7 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Math and Science Scholars Loan Repayment Program for teachers who agree to teach mathematics or science in certain school districts in this state.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1727use of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund.”

4 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1729county driver’s license renewal services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an agreement between the Department of Public Safety and a county for the provision of renewal and duplicate driver's license and other identification certificate services; authorizing a fee.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1730comprehensive development agreements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation or a regional mobility authority.”

6 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1747funding for county energy transportation zones2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to funding and donations for transportation projects, including projects of county energy transportation reinvestment zones.”

Property Taxes · 8 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1756expedited Clean Air Act permits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Clean Air Act; authorizing a surcharge.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1757license plate flippers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the manufacture, sale, distribution, purchase, or possession of a license plate flipper; creating an offense.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1759attorneys ad litem in parent-child suits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carlos Uresti (D), Senate District 19 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the procedures for the appointment of and the duties of attorneys ad litem in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1769juvenile probation fingerprinting practices2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Rodríguez (D), Senate District 29 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to examine the fingerprinting practices of juvenile probation departments.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1771Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority boundaries2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the expansion of the boundaries of the Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1773an interim committee on ethics laws2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a select interim committee to review and make recommendations for substantive changes to ethics laws.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1792nonpayment of tolls2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to remedies for nonpayment of tolls for the use of toll projects; authorizing a fee; creating an offense.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1795health benefit exchange navigators2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kirk Watson (D), Senate District 14 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of navigators for health benefit exchanges.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1803Medicaid fraud investigations and payment holds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to investigations of and payment holds relating to allegations of fraud or abuse and investigations of and hearings on overpayments and other amounts owed by providers in connection with the Medicaid program or other health and human services programs.”

4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1806the Harrison County Court at Law2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2015

“Relating to the Harrison County Court at Law.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1810the athletics fee at Texas Southern University2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rodney Ellis (D), Senate District 13 (Houston) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the intercollegiate athletics fee at Texas Southern University.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1811the Fort Bend Subsidence District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the Fort Bend Subsidence District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1812state contributions for junior college employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Duncan (R), Senate District 28 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the determination of state contributions for participation by certain junior college employees in the state employees group benefits program, the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and the Optional Retirement Program.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1814security clearance for the Public Safety Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a requirement that members of the Public Safety Commission hold a secret security clearance.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1815the Glenda Dawson Donate Life-Texas Registry2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to voluntary donations to the Glenda Dawson Donate Life-Texas Registry.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1836funding for the Texas Home Visiting Program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the funding of the Texas Home Visiting Program; authorizing voluntary contributions.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1842restraint and seclusion at certain facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bob Deuell (R), Senate District 2 (Greenville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to restraint and seclusion procedures and reporting at certain facilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1845Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 482013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 48; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1846Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 492013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1847Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 502013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Taylor (R), Senate District 11 (Friendswood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 50; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1853subdivision restrictions and Llano County district bonds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Troy Fraser (R), Senate District 24 (Horseshoe Bay) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amendment of restrictions affecting real property in certain subdivisions and the authority of the Llano County Municipal Utility District No. 1 to issue bonds.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1854Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 72013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain project powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 7; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1857handgun instructors and school safety training2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the certification of certain qualified handgun instructors to conduct school safety training.”

Guns & Weapons · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1864Fulshear Parkway Improvement District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of Fulshear Parkway Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1868Needmore Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Campbell (R), Senate District 25 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Needmore Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1870the West Fort Bend Water Authority2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the West Fort Bend Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1871the state cemetery2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the state cemetery.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1873Mustang Special Utility District bonds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the authority to issue bonds of the Mustang Special Utility District.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1877Venable Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of the Venable Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1878Highway 380 Municipal Management District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Estes (R), Senate District 30 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of Highway 380 Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1889transport of out-of-state mental health patients2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kevin Eltife (R), Senate District 1 (Tyler) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transport of a mental health patient who is not a resident of this state.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1892the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvia Garcia (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the composition of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services and coordinating workgroups established by the council.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1893Chisholm Trails Municipal Utility District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Chisholm Trails Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1896judges’ home addresses in appraisal records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvia Garcia (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of information in ad valorem tax appraisal records that identifies the home address of certain judges.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1899LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1900LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 22013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1901LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 32013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1902LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 42013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1903LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 52013 · 83rd Legislature

By Judith Zaffirini (D), Senate District 21 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1906Fort Bend County Municipal Management District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of Fort Bend County Municipal Management District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1907firearms in private vehicles on college campuses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition by concealed handgun license holders in private vehicles on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education.”

Guns & WeaponsHigher Education · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1908a court administration study and repeal of court fees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a study conducted by the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System and the repeal of certain court fees and costs.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1910Fulshear and Fort Bend County utility districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 3 and the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 184; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SB 1913Montgomery County district partnership agreements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Robert Nichols (R), Senate District 3 (Jacksonville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to authorizing certain special districts in Montgomery County to enter into strategic partnership agreements.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1914certain specialty license plates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvia Garcia (D), Senate District 6 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain specialty license plates.”

1 record vote — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1916Dallas County Hospital District intellectual property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Royce West (D), Senate District 23 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Dallas County Hospital District or a nonprofit corporation formed by the district regarding certain technology or intellectual property owned by or licensed to the district or corporation.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1917the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Brian Birdwell (R), Senate District 22 (Granbury) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SB 1921Kendleton Improvement District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Glenn Hegar (R), Senate District 18 (Katy) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of Kendleton Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 4the Texas Water Development Board and water project funding2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allan Ritter (R), House District 21 (Nederland) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration of the Texas Water Development Board and the funding of water projects by the board and other entities; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.”

14 record votes · 46 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 5public school accountability and curriculum2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jimmie Don Aycock (R), House District 54 (Killeen) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements; providing a criminal penalty.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 30 record votes · 150 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 6the creation and dedication of funds and accounts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.”

7 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 7statutorily dedicated revenue and fees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the amounts, availability, and use of certain statutorily dedicated revenue and accounts; reducing or affecting the amounts or rates of certain statutorily dedicated fees and assessments; making an appropriation.”

5 record votes · 16 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 8trafficking of persons and victim protections2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the prosecution and punishment of offenses related to trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of trafficking of persons.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 10emergency supplemental appropriations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Pitts (R), House District 10 (Waxahachie) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to making emergency supplemental appropriations and providing direction and transfer authority regarding certain appropriations.”

10 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 12gifts for state employee salary supplements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Flynn (R), House District 2 (Van) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to gifts and other consideration made to state agencies for state employee salary supplement or other purposes and to publication by state agencies of staff compensation and related information.”

5 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 13the State Pension Review Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the State Pension Review Board and public retirement systems; authorizing a fee.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 15hospital neonatal and maternal care levels2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to level of care designations for hospitals that provide neonatal and maternal services.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 16posting state agency audit plans online2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Flynn (R), House District 2 (Van) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a requirement that a state agency post its internal auditor's audit plan and audit report and other audit information on the agency's Internet website.”

2 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 26unemployment benefits for sexual assault victims2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Trey Martinez Fischer (D), House District 116 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to unemployment compensation eligibility and chargebacks regarding certain persons who are victims or whose immediate family members are victims of sexual assault.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 29fixed tuition price plans at universities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to requiring certain general academic teaching institutions to offer a fixed tuition price plan to undergraduate students.”

Higher Education · 6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 31meetings of university governing boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain requirements applicable to meetings of the governing board of a general academic teaching institution or a state university system.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 38penalties for motor vehicle airbag offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the penalty for an offense involving motor vehicle airbags.”

2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 48renewing a concealed handgun license2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Flynn (R), House District 2 (Van) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the procedure under which a person may renew a license to carry a concealed handgun.”

Guns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 52the sale of cemetery plots2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Flynn (R), House District 2 (Van) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the sale of a cemetery plot; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 62judges with an interest in correctional facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2015

“Relating to a justice or judge having an interest in a business entity that owns, manages, or operates a private correctional or rehabilitation facility.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 64Midland County Fresh Water Supply District No. 12013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the liability of and the validation of certain acts of the Midland County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 78a sales tax exemption for coins and precious metals2013 · 83rd Legislature

By David Simpson (R), House District 7 (Longview) · became law, effective October 1, 2013

“Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for certain coins and precious metals.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 86Sunset review of occupational licensing agencies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the criteria for review by the Sunset Advisory Commission of an agency that licenses an occupation.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 97donated homesteads of partially disabled veterans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of a partially disabled veteran if the residence homestead was donated to the disabled veteran by a charitable organization.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 124Salvia divinorum in Penalty Group 32013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles 'Doc' Anderson (R), House District 56 (Lorena) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the addition of Salvia divinorum and its derivatives and extracts to Penalty Group 3 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 139county urban renewal powers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the exercise of urban renewal powers by certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 144mental examinations of children in juvenile justice2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a mental examination of a child subject to the juvenile justice system.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 148aid provided to voters2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to aid provided to certain voters; providing criminal penalties.”

Elections & Voting · 13 record votes · 10 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 154mistaken paternity and child support2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Van Taylor (R), House District 66 (Plano) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the termination of the parent-child relationship and the duty to pay child support in circumstances involving mistaken paternity.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 194disabled veterans and underutilized businesses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Farias (D), House District 118 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.”

4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 195online reports of local political contributions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Farias (D), House District 118 (San Antonio) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the availability on the Internet of reports of political expenditures and contributions filed in connection with certain county and municipal offices.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 200electric utility liability for land use2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to liability of certain electric utilities that allow certain uses of land that the electric utility owns, occupies, or leases.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 220consecutive sentences for injury offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to consecutive sentences for certain offenses involving injury to a child, an elderly individual, or a disabled individual and arising out of the same criminal episode.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 232community service for underage alcohol offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to allowing certain minors convicted of certain alcohol offenses to perform community service instead of attending an alcohol awareness program.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 243sale of property by community mental health centers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a community center that provides mental health or mental retardation services to sell certain real property of the center.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 248regulation of automotive salvage yards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Armando Walle (D), House District 140 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of automotive wrecking and salvage yards in certain counties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 250the Trooper Randy Vetter Memorial Highway2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Doug Miller (R), House District 73 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of a segment of Interstate Highway 35 as the Trooper Randy Vetter Memorial Highway.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 252water shortage reporting by utilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lyle Larson (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to water shortage reporting by water utilities and providers of wholesale water service.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 259electioneering near a polling place2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ron Simmons (R), House District 65 (Lewisville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to electioneering conducted near a polling place.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 308traditional winter celebrations in schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a school district's recognition of and education regarding traditional winter celebrations.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 315taxation of dealer motor vehicle inventory2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the applicability of the law governing the ad valorem taxation of a dealer's motor vehicle inventory.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 316appeals of appraisal review board determinations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the pilot program authorizing a property owner to appeal to the State Office of Administrative Hearings regarding certain appraisal review board determinations.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 326eligibility to serve on an appraisal review board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligibility to serve on the appraisal review board of an appraisal district.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 338the court for towing hearings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the court in which a hearing regarding the towing of a motor vehicle may be held.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 343financial disclosure by school district trustees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Marisa Márquez (D), House District 77 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the filing of financial disclosure statements by trustees of certain independent school districts; providing criminal and civil penalties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 346electronically readable driver’s license data2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the accessing and use of electronically readable personal identification information obtained from driver's licenses or personal identification certificates.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 347wireless devices while driving on school property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Pitts (R), House District 10 (Waxahachie) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to prohibiting using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle on school property.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 367legislators disclosing information about residents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure by a member of the legislature or the lieutenant governor of certain information concerning a resident of this state to a governmental body.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 376regulation of child-care providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mark Strama (D), House District 50 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of child-care providers by the Texas Workforce Commission and local workforce development boards.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 394limits on bingo prizes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to limits on prizes for bingo games.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 396ballots for federal postcard applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to providing a federal postcard applicant with a ballot for certain elections in which the applicant is eligible to vote.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 424sex offender status in group homes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the sex offender status of a person who becomes a resident of certain group home facilities.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 429the definition of a rural area for housing aid2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the definition of rural area for purposes of certain housing assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 431parole reconsideration for injury offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Debbie Riddle (R), House District 150 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to reconsideration of parole eligibility for certain inmates convicted of injury to a child, elderly person, or disabled person.”

2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 432state employee giving to trafficking victims2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Debbie Riddle (R), House District 150 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to charitable contributions by state employees to assist domestic victims of human trafficking.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 437career and technical education grants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to career and technical education and workforce development grant programs.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 455excused absences from public school2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dawnna Dukes (D), House District 46 (Pflugerville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 458fire alarm training school instructors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to eligibility requirements for a residential fire alarm training school instructor.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 462state control of curriculum and teacher appraisal2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to state control of teacher appraisal criteria, curriculum standards, and assessment instruments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 474oversize vehicle permits from mobility authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an optional procedure for the issuance of a permit by a certain regional mobility authority for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles carrying cargo; authorizing a fee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 485handgun license fees for officers and veterans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sarah Davis (R), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amount of the fees paid by certain peace officers, correctional officers, members of the state military forces, and veterans of the armed forces for a license to carry a concealed handgun and to the issuance of such a license to certain peace officers and members of the state militar”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 489service animals and rights of persons with disabilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to rights and responsibilities of persons with disabilities, including with respect to the use of service animals that provide assistance to those persons; providing penalties.”

5 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 500computation of the franchise tax2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the computation of the franchise tax, including certain exclusions from the tax.”

25 record votes · 46 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 503property owners’ association contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ana Hernandez (D), House District 143 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the ability of a property owners' association to contract with an association board member or certain other persons or entities associated with the board member.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 506early voting polling place locations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the location of early voting polling places for elections held on the November uniform election date by a political subdivision.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 511registration of token trailers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the registration of token trailers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 525data on military-connected students2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jimmie Don Aycock (R), House District 54 (Killeen) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the collection of data relating to military-connected students through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS).”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 528records of children in fine-only misdemeanor cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvester Turner (D), House District 139 (Houston) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the restriction of access to the records and files of a child charged with or convicted of certain fine-only misdemeanor offenses.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 555offenses by metal recycling entities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain criminal offenses for violations of the law regulating metal recycling entities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 561a tax exemption for school-owned open-space land2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Paul Workman (R), House District 47 (Spicewood) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an exemption for land owned by a school from the additional tax imposed on the change of use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 570magistrate’s orders for emergency protection2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Roberto Alonzo (D), House District 104 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to issuance of a magistrate's order for emergency protection.”

1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 581sovereign immunity in nurse employment suits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the waiver of sovereign immunity in certain employment lawsuits by nurses.”

6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 585ad valorem taxation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to ad valorem taxation; creating an offense.”

Property Taxes · 4 record votes · 7 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 586sovereign immunity in state construction contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Paul Workman (R), House District 47 (Spicewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the waiver of sovereign immunity for certain design and construction claims arising under written contracts with state agencies.”

5 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 590special education eligibility for visual impairment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Elliott Naishtat (D), House District 49 (Austin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to determining a child's eligibility for a school district's special education program on the basis of a visual impairment.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 595health programs and councils2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain health programs and councils.”

Immigration & Border · 2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 616jurisdiction of the Glasscock County court2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to restoring the jurisdiction of the constitutional county court in Glasscock County.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 617transition services for special education students2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 619out-of-state barbering and cosmetology licenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Naomi Gonzalez (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the requirements for issuance of certain barbering and cosmetology licenses and certificates for applicants holding licenses issued by other states; imposing fees.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 628school trustee access to district records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tony Dale (R), House District 136 (Cedar Park) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the right of a member of the board of trustees of a school district to obtain information, documents, and records.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 630party county executive committee vacancies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lyle Larson (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the filling of vacancies on a political party's county executive committee and the conduct of certain primary elections in the absence of a county executive committee.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 634verifying inmate veteran status2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Farias (D), House District 118 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the verification of an inmate's veteran status by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 642continuing education for educators2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Diane Patrick (R), House District 94 (Arlington) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to continuing education requirements for certain educators.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 654tenants as housing authority commissioners2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the ability of a tenant representative to serve as a commissioner of a local housing authority.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 658lawsuits seeking damages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kenneth Sheets (R), House District 107 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain lawsuits seeking damages.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 666elections covered by a mail ballot application2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rick Miller (R), House District 26 (Sugar Land) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the elections to which certain applications for a ballot to be voted by mail are applicable.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 674notice of zoning changes to school districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Bennett Ratliff (R), House District 115 (Coppell) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to providing notice of certain proposed municipal zoning changes to a school district.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 677dam safety regulation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation and enforcement of dam safety by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 680flag display in property owners’ associations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to provisions in the dedicatory instruments of property owners' associations regarding display of flags.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 693utility contributions for local libraries2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Phillips (R), House District 62 (Sherman) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a water and sewer utility to collect voluntary contributions on behalf of a local library.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 694military access to criminal history information2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Phillips (R), House District 62 (Sherman) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to access by certain military personnel to juvenile and criminal history information.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 695funding for state highway markers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Phillips (R), House District 62 (Sherman) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to funding state highway markers.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 696the Gonzales County attorney and 25th district attorney2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the duties of and the application of the professional prosecutors law to the county attorney in Gonzales County and to the duties of the district attorney for the 25th Judicial District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 697a tax exemption for school booster club sales2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), House District 68 (Muenster) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for certain items sold by school booster clubs and support organizations; authorizing a sales and use tax exemption.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 698fingerprints for concealed handgun licenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Springer (R), House District 68 (Muenster) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain procedures for submitting legible and classifiable fingerprints with an application for a license to carry a concealed handgun.”

Guns & Weapons · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 699the location of public real property sales2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective October 1, 2013

“Relating to the location of certain public sales of real property.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 705assault on emergency services personnel2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the definition of emergency services personnel for purposes of the enhanced penalty prescribed for an assault committed against a person providing services in that capacity.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 717prosecutors in Lavaca County2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the duties of and the application of the professional prosecutors law to the county attorney in Lavaca County and to the duties of the district attorney for the 25th Judicial District.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 719golf carts on county highways2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 724unclaimed land grant mineral proceeds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation of a commission to study unclaimed land grant mineral proceeds.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 740newborn screening for heart disease2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Myra Crownover (R), House District 64 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to newborn screening for critical congenital heart disease and other disorders.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 742grants for summer school instruction2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mark Strama (D), House District 50 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a grant program for certain school districts to provide summer instruction primarily for students who are educationally disadvantaged and summer teaching opportunities for high-performing, new, and student teachers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 752municipal water suppliers and irrigation rights2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Oscar Longoria (D), House District 35 (Mission) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the types of entities that are considered municipal water suppliers for purposes of the law governing the effect of the subdivision of certain land on certain irrigation water rights.”

4 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 753supplemental educational services providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain information to be provided by school districts to parents concerning supplemental educational services and to Texas Education Agency approval and investigation of supplemental educational services providers.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 773the pledge of allegiance at charter schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Marsha Farney (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the recitation of the pledges of allegiance to and display of the United States and state flags at and the observation of a moment of silence at open-enrollment charter schools and other public schools.”

Public Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 788greenhouse gas emission permits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wayne Smith (R), House District 128 (Baytown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to permitting of greenhouse gas emissions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; limiting the amount of a fee.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 789the allowance in lieu of exempt property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the allowance in lieu of exempt property in the administration of a decedent's estate.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 796licensing of journeyman linemen2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the licensing of a journeyman lineman.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 798licenses and Class C misdemeanor convictions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain actions taken by certain licensing authorities regarding a license holder or applicant who has been convicted of a Class C misdemeanor.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 800tax incentives for research and development2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to a sales and use tax exemption and a franchise tax credit related to certain research and development activities.”

5 record votes · 13 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 826property tax on dealer heavy equipment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Patricia Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the definitions of certain terms for purposes of the ad valorem taxation of certain dealer's heavy equipment inventory.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 833habeas corpus in noncapital felony cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Helen Giddings (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain procedures regarding an application for a writ of habeas corpus filed in a noncapital felony case.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 839the Duval County Groundwater Conservation District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers, duties, and compensation of the board of directors of the Duval County Groundwater Conservation District.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 842college credit for career and technical students2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of certain opportunities to career and technical students by public school districts under the college credit program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 843notice of hearings for children in state care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to persons entitled to notice of and to participation in certain hearings regarding a child in the conservatorship of the state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 857water audits by retail public utilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the frequency of water audits by certain retail public utilities.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 866state assessments in certain grades2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 870Prairie View A&M and the research development fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to Prairie View A&M University's eligibility to participate in the research development fund.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 885guaranteeing refinanced charter school bonds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Murphy (R), House District 133 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the guarantee of refinanced open-enrollment charter school bonds by the permanent school fund.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 893alcohol in public entertainment facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to consumption of alcoholic beverages in certain public entertainment facilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 894dealer license plates for transporting vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of dealer's license plates on vehicles by independent motor vehicle dealers to transport vehicles to or from a point of sale.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 897CPR instruction in secondary schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Zerwas (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in secondary education curriculum.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 899rights of crime victims and their relatives2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain rights of victims, guardians of victims, and close relatives of deceased victims in the criminal justice system.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 908psychological assessment for protective services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Poncho Nevárez (D), House District 74 (Eagle Pass) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the assessment of an elderly or disabled person's psychological status for purposes of an emergency order authorizing protective services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 912images captured by unmanned aircraft2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lance Gooden (R), House District 4 (Terrell) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to images captured by unmanned aircraft and other images and recordings; providing penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 5 record votes · 17 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 915health care for foster children2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration and monitoring of health care provided to foster children.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 916chargebacks for partial unemployment benefits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rob Orr (R), House District 58 (Burleson) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amount of a chargeback for unemployment compensation benefits paid to a person who is partially unemployed.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 939the employment and training investment fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transfer of certain amounts from the employment and training investment holding fund and the training stabilization fund.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 944a license exemption for manufactured housing sales2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Debbie Riddle (R), House District 150 (Tomball) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an exemption from license requirements for a limited number of sales of manufactured housing.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 949insurance for newly acquired vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Smithee (R), House District 86 (Amarillo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to continuation of automobile insurance coverage for certain motor vehicles acquired during a personal automobile insurance policy term.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 970cottage food production2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to regulation of cottage food products and cottage food production operations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 978transporting patients to mental health facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transportation of certain patients to a mental health facility.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 983unemployment benefits for election workers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the eligibility of temporary election officers for unemployment compensation.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 984information for marriage license applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain information required to be provided to an applicant for a marriage license.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 985deadlines for provisional ballots and canvassing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the deadlines by which provisional ballots must be processed and the state canvass must be conducted for certain elections.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 994decommissioning costs for new nuclear plants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dennis Bonnen (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the applicability of state law regulating the decommissioning costs of certain newly constructed commercial nuclear-powered electric generating facilities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1009school marshals2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jason Villalba (R), House District 114 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a new category of law enforcement officer who shall be designated a school marshal, the training and appointment of certain employees of a school district or open-enrollment charter school as school marshals, and the rights, restrictions, limitations, and responsibilities”

Crime & PolicingGuns & WeaponsPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1016legal defense of school district police2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sarah Davis (R), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to legal representation for civil suits against peace officers employed by a school district.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1023mental health workforce shortages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to recommendations by the Health and Human Services Commission or a designated health and human services agency regarding mental health workforce shortages.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1025supplemental appropriations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Pitts (R), House District 10 (Waxahachie) · signed into law with line-item vetoes, effective immediately

“Relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.”

11 record votes · 21 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1035filing political contribution reports2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the filing of reports of political contributions and expenditures and of personal financial statements by certain officeholders and candidates.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1047regulation of surety companies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kenneth Sheets (R), House District 107 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of certain surety companies.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1050government purchasing contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to purchasing and other contracts by governmental entities.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1061the State Medical Education Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the repeal of the statutory authority for the State Medical Education Board.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1079applications for production area authorizations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wayne Smith (R), House District 128 (Baytown) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to procedural requirements for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on applications for production area authorizations.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1081a study of dairy farming restrictions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mary González (D), House District 75 (Clint) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1086electric service cutoffs by landlords2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to interruption of electric service by a residential landlord.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1090Texas Task Force 1 Type 3 Rio Grande Valley2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · became law

“Relating to the creation of Texas Task Force 1 Type 3 Rio Grande Valley and authorizing the creation of a Texas Task Force 2 by certain municipalities.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1093the Texas Private Security Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the composition of the Texas Private Security Board.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1097fines for traffic offenses in work zones2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kenneth Sheets (R), House District 107 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amount of a fine for certain traffic offenses committed in a construction or maintenance work zone.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1106identification and operation of vessels2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lyle Larson (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the identification and operation of vessels in the waters of this state.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1122a three-year high school diploma plan2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eric Johnson (D), House District 100 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a pilot program for a three-year high school diploma plan and cost-neutral expansion of full-day prekindergarten programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1125waiver of extradition proceedings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By George Lavender (R), House District 1 (Texarkana) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the rights of an accused person in and the written waiver of extradition proceedings.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1127regulation of game rooms by certain counties2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wayne Smith (R), House District 128 (Baytown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of game rooms by certain counties; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1128cost-efficiency suggestions on agency websites2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to posting suggestions and ideas on cost-efficiency on certain state agency websites.”

6 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1129electronic ballots for overseas military voters2013 · 83rd Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Hillister) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a program allowing certain military voters on active duty overseas to cast a ballot electronically.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1133a tax refund for cable and Internet equipment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a sales and use tax refund for tangible personal property used to provide cable television service, Internet access service, or telecommunications services and to the exclusion of that property in certain economic development agreements.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1174illegally passing a stopped school bus2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Pat Fallon (R), House District 106 (Frisco) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the penalties for illegally passing a stopped school bus.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1191housing information for people with mental illness2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to certain information about housing for persons with mental illness provided through the Texas Information and Referral Network Internet site.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1198an optional county vehicle fee for transportation projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Richard Peña Raymond (D), House District 42 (Laredo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicles registered in certain counties to fund transportation projects.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1205failure to report child abuse2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the offense of failure to report abuse or neglect of a child.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1222venue under the Water Safety Act2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to venue for certain alleged violations or offenses under the Water Safety Act.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1223a tax exemption for data center equipment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the temporary exemption of certain tangible personal property related to data centers from the sales and use tax.”

Property Taxes · 5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1227advocate access to child protective case files2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dawnna Dukes (D), House District 46 (Pflugerville) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of an Internet application to allow access by court-appointed volunteer advocates to child protective services case information.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1228sexual abuse in parent-child cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dawnna Dukes (D), House District 46 (Pflugerville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to consideration by the court of sexual abuse and conduct that constitutes sexual assault in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.”

Abortion & Reproductive HealthCrime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1238the Trooper Bobby Steve Booth Memorial Highway2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 287 in Sherman and Dallam Counties as the Trooper Bobby Steve Booth Memorial Highway.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1245the judicial and court personnel training fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvester Turner (D), House District 139 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2014

“Relating to the allocation of money in the judicial and court personnel training fund.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1247physicians at the Nacogdoches County Hospital District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the board of directors of the Nacogdoches County Hospital District to employ physicians.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1263delaying the abolishment of small claims courts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tryon D. Lewis (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the delay in the implementation of the abolishment of small claims courts.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1265insurance information for state employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to providing information to state employees about insurance available to those employees under a group coverage plan.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1272the Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continuation and duties of the Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force.”

Crime & PolicingPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1284false reports involving colleges2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eric Johnson (D), House District 100 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the offense of making or causing a false alarm or report involving a public or private institution of higher education.”

Crime & PolicingHigher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1287residence homestead exemption applications2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the contents of an application by certain persons for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the person's residence homestead.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1294failing to secure a child in a safety seat2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the offense of failing to secure a child in a child passenger safety seat system.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1296postsecondary education and workforce needs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), House District 145 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to information regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities and workforce needs in this state.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1297skills development fund training programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the review of certain skills development fund workforce training programs.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1302life without parole for repeat sex offenders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Travis Clardy (R), House District 11 (Nacogdoches) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the imposition of a sentence of life without parole on certain repeat sex offenders and to certain restrictions on employment for certain sex offenders.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1318appointed counsel for youths and indigent defendants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvester Turner (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the appointment of counsel to represent certain youths and indigent defendants.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1324excluding unserved land from water districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to exclusion of land from certain water districts that fail to provide service to the land; clarifying and limiting the authority of those districts with outstanding bonds payable from ad valorem taxes to impose taxes on excluded land; providing for a financial review.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1325dismissal of asbestos and silica claims2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Doug Miller (R), House District 73 (New Braunfels) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the dismissal of certain actions arising from exposure to asbestos and silica.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1348property tax in defense base development authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the taxation of certain tangible personal property located inside a defense base development authority.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1349information from concealed handgun applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lyle Larson (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to information that may be requested by the Department of Public Safety from a person applying for or renewing a concealed handgun license.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1358audits of pharmacists and pharmacies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to procedures for certain audits of pharmacists and pharmacies.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1366procedures in family and juvenile cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain procedures in family or juvenile law proceedings.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1372filling vacancies on home-rule city governing bodies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · became law

“Relating to filling certain vacancies on the governing body of certain home-rule municipalities.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1376advertising by emergency care facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to advertising by certain facilities that provide emergency services; providing an administrative penalty.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1382food at farms and farmers’ markets2013 · 83rd Legislature

By David Simpson (R), House District 7 (Longview) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of food prepared, stored, distributed, or sold at farms and farmers' markets; limiting the applicability of a fee.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1392state information on food regulation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Susan Lewis King (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to information provided by the Department of State Health Services on food regulation.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1394sunset review of state health services duties2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Susan Lewis King (R), House District 71 (Abilene) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the sunset review of certain powers and duties performed by the Department of State Health Services.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1421disposition of seized weapons2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the disposition of certain seized weapons.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1422lobbyist reporting of compensation sources2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the reporting in a lobbyist registration of certain persons from whom compensation or reimbursement is received.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1435notices and reports filed with clerks2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain notices, reports, and descriptions provided by or filed with court and county clerks.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1445civil penalties collected by the attorney general2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the distribution of certain civil penalties and civil restitution received by the attorney general.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1448justice court technology funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of money deposited to a justice court technology fund in certain counties.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1461customer notice of utility water loss2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jimmie Don Aycock (R), House District 54 (Killeen) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to customer notification of water loss by a retail public utility.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1479county committees on truancy policy2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to establishing a committee in certain counties to recommend a uniform truancy policy.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1487online posting of state grant information2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Internet posting of certain information regarding state grants.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1491temporary licenses for charity dentistry2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the temporary licensing of a dentist who performs voluntary charity care.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1494Department of Agriculture regulatory programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Batesville) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to certain regulatory programs administered by the Department of Agriculture; providing penalties; imposing fees.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1503contractors on trade advisory boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appointment of building contractors to certain trade advisory boards of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1513clerk records archive and preservation fees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tryon D. Lewis (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to temporary increases in the records archive fees and the records management and preservation fees charged by district and county clerks.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1534highway designations in Collin and Jim Wells counties2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jeff Leach (R), House District 67 (Plano) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of certain segments of highway in Collin County and Jim Wells County.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1545a study of transit use by persons with disabilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Alma Allen (D), House District 131 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a study regarding the use of certain public transportation services by persons with disabilities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1554liens for floodplain violation abatement2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Justin Rodriguez (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the authority of municipalities to file a lien for the costs of abatement of a floodplain ordinance violation; providing a civil penalty.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1562notice of bail bond surety default2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Patricia Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to notice provided when a bail bond surety is in default.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1573an optional county vehicle registration fee2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ruth Jones McClendon (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1597installment payments of property taxes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Naomi Gonzalez (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to installment payments of ad valorem taxes.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1600continuing the Public Utility Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Byron Cook (R), House District 8 (Corsicana) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the rates for water service, and to the functions of the Office of Public Utilit”

16 record votes · 36 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1605a Harris County Medicaid maternity care pilot2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sarah Davis (R), House District 134 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the establishment of a pilot program in Harris County to provide maternity care management to certain women enrolled in the Medicaid managed care program.”

Abortion & Reproductive Health · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1606prosecution of harassment and stalking2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the prosecution of the offenses of harassment and stalking.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1632confidentiality of peace officer and judge information2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information of peace officers, county jailers, security officers, employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or a prosecutor's office, or judges and their spouses.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1642the Port of Houston Authority2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dennis Bonnen (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Port of Houston Authority.”

2 record votes · 5 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1659licensing after deferred adjudication2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain actions taken by certain licensing authorities regarding a license holder or applicant who received deferred adjudication for certain offenses.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1664regulation of banks and trust companies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of banks, trust companies, and bank holding companies.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1675the sunset review process2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dennis Bonnen (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.”

9 record votes · 12 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1685semi-independent status of professional boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation of the self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, the Texas Board of Professional Engineers, and the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1692motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers and distributors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Roland Gutierrez (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the regulation of motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1711barratry2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to barratry.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1712a tax exemption for offshore spill containment2013 · 83rd Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an exemption from ad valorem and sales and use taxes for property used in connection with an offshore spill response containment system.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1717continuing the Board of Architectural Examiners2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners; changing certain fees.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1721the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to use of the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry in connection with the regulatory authority of the consumer credit commissioner; affecting fees.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1724hotel occupancy tax limitations and audits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the statute of limitations on municipal and county hotel occupancy taxes and interest on delinquent payments of municipal hotel occupancy taxes and to the use of revenue from those taxes by certain municipalities to audit taxpayers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1726shipping services for state agencies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to shipping logistics and coordination services for state agencies.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1741child safety alarms in child-care vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Elliott Naishtat (D), House District 49 (Austin) · signed into law, effective December 31, 2013

“Relating to requiring child safety alarms in certain vehicles used by child-care facilities to transport children.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1751the educator excellence innovation program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Diane Patrick (R), House District 94 (Arlington) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the public school educator excellence innovation program.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1752the Texas Teacher Residency Program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Diane Patrick (R), House District 94 (Arlington) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to creating the Texas Teacher Residency Program.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1759correction of incorrect published information2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a correction, clarification, or retraction of incorrect information published.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1762workers’ compensation for temporary employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to workers' compensation and other remedies available to an injured temporary employee.”

2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1768identifying fire hydrants and flush valves2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.”

Immigration & Border · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1772disconnection of electric and gas service2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the disconnection of electric or gas utility service.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1775the University Interscholastic League and sports officials2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ed Thompson (R), House District 29 (Pearland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the University Interscholastic League regarding activities involving sports officials.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1791space flight activities in Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the facilitation and operation of space flight activities in this state.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1803physician registration and pain management2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to controlled substance registration by physicians and the regulation of persons engaged in pain management; changing the payment schedule for a fee.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1813municipal confiscation of fireworks2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a municipality to confiscate packaged fireworks; providing an affirmative defense for possessing fireworks in certain circumstances.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1818disposition of confiscated game2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the disposition of confiscated game, animal parts, and animal products.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1819liability for injuring a trespassing sheep or goat2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to liability for injuring a trespassing sheep or goat.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1824master mixed-use property owners’ associations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the operation of master mixed-use property owners' associations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1843limits on automatic university admission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to limitations on the automatic admission of undergraduate students to general academic teaching institutions.”

Higher Education · 5 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1844The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the official name of The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1847ethics education for prosecutors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Stefani Carter (R), House District 102 (Dallas) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to continuing legal education in ethics or professional responsibility for prosecutors.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1862switchblade knife offenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the criminal consequences of engaging in certain conduct with respect to a switchblade knife.”

Guns & Weapons · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1864energy security at critical government facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gene Wu (D), House District 137 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain energy security technologies for critical governmental facilities.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1869insurer subrogation and recovery rights2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to contractual subrogation and other recovery rights of certain insurers and benefit plan issuers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1888housing tax credits for at-risk developments2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to low income housing tax credits awarded to at-risk developments.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1897a tax exemption for pollution control property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.”

Property Taxes · 6 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1903the oyster sales account and advisory committee2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the allocation of amounts deposited into the oyster sales account and the abolishment of the oyster advisory committee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1908sports and community venue projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to sports and community venue projects.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1913waiving penalties on delinquent property taxes2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the waiver of penalties and interest on certain delinquent ad valorem taxes.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1917alcohol advertising on vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to alcoholic beverage advertising on the outside of certain vehicles.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1926the state virtual school network2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · became law without the Governor’s signature, effective immediately

“Relating to the operation of the state virtual school network and courses provided through other distance learning arrangements.”

Public Education (K-12) · 7 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1931property damage during police pursuits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to compensation of property owners whose property is damaged as a result of a pursuit involving a law enforcement agency.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1951licensing of telecommunicators2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of telecommunicators; providing a criminal penalty.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1965the Contract Advisory Team and state contracting2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the state contracting duties of the quality assurance team and Contract Advisory Team.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1966development corporation infrastructure projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a project that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with infrastructure improvements necessary for municipal area development and revitalization.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1967economic development funds for job training2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to use of sales and use tax proceeds by certain economic development corporations for certain job-related skills training.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1972the provision of 9-1-1 services2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of 9-1-1 services; providing criminal penalties.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1973water utilities and fire suppression2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the provision of water by a public utility or water supply or sewer service corporation for use in fire suppression.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 1994state agency purchases of commodity items2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ron Reynolds (D), House District 27 (Missouri City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the purchase of certain commodity items by a state agency.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 1996party officials at primary polling places2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rick Miller (R), House District 26 (Sugar Land) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain political party officials visiting a primary election polling place for administrative purposes.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2000career school rules for nonprofit schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the qualification of certain nonprofit schools and educational institutions for exemption from state laws regulating career schools and colleges and to complaints made against those entities.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2006central counting station managers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Stephanie Klick (R), House District 91 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligibility for appointment as a central counting station manager.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2012school district educators and employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to public school educators and certain other professional employees of school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2015worker classification on government contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the proper classification of workers performing services in connection with governmental contracts; providing a penalty.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2016school district detachment and annexation petitions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the receipt or consideration of a petition requesting detachment and annexation by the board of trustees of a school district after adoption of consolidation resolutions.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2020state agency wellness programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Myra Crownover (R), House District 64 (Denton) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adoption of wellness policies and programs by state agencies.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2025shared jurisdiction of neighboring municipal courts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Giovanni Capriglione (R), House District 98 (Southlake) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of the municipal courts of certain neighboring municipalities to hear criminal cases.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2028plumbing licenses for military applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility requirements for plumbing licenses issued to applicants with military service.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2029electrician licenses for military applicants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the eligibility requirements for electrician licenses issued to applicants with military experience.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2036a commission on higher education and workforce needs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a commission to identify future higher education and workforce needs of this state and make related recommendations to address those needs by the state's bicentennial.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2049cogeneration sales to multiple purchasers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a qualifying cogeneration facility's ability to sell electric energy to multiple purchasers.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2051university investment in technology commercialization2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jason Villalba (R), House District 114 (Dallas) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of public institutions of higher education to make certain investments to support technology commercialization.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2058the high school equivalency examination2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Alma Allen (D), House District 131 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of a high school equivalency examination.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2062the regulation of plumbing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of plumbing.”

2 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2075condominium unit owners’ associations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the operation of certain condominium unit owners' associations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2080guardianship fees and management trusts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to guardianships, including the assessment and payment of attorney's fees and other court costs in guardianships, and to court-created management trusts for persons who have physical disabilities or who are incapacitated; changing the amount of a fee and requiring the collection of a fee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2090written statements in custodial interrogation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Terry Canales (D), House District 40 (Edinburg) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to a written statement made by an accused as a result of custodial interrogation.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2095regulation of barbering and cosmetology2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of barbering and cosmetology; authorizing fees.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2099access to nursing education programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to improving access to nursing education programs.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2100salaries for Department of Public Safety employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the salary for certain employees of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2103education research centers and data sharing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to education research centers and the sharing of educational data between state agencies; redesignating certain fees as charges.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2123regulation of game rooms in certain counties2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2127higher education employees in state group benefits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the eligibility of certain employees of public institutions of higher education to participate in a state group benefits program.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2137enrollment in school district summer school2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to eligibility of certain persons for enrollment in school district summer school courses.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2139Near Northside Management District financing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Near Northside Management District to undertake tax increment financing.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2148the motor fuel tax on natural gas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the motor fuel tax on compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas; providing penalties; imposing a tax.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2152fees charged to recreational vehicle parks2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to fees charged to certain recreational vehicle parks.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2163an assessment for examining insurers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an annual assessment on insurers for the examination of insurers; imposing an assessment.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2197the Texas Lottery Commission2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rafael Anchía (D), House District 103 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Lottery Commission; providing penalties; imposing and changing fees.”

10 record votes · 16 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2201career and technology education courses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Marsha Farney (R), House District 20 (Georgetown) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to increasing the courses offered in the career and technology education curriculum.”

Public Education (K-12) · 4 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2202fees collected by the Department of Motor Vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe C. Pickett (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the disposition of fees collected by or on behalf of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; authorizing fees.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2204a variable speed limit pilot program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe C. Pickett (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the establishment of a variable speed limit pilot program by the Texas Transportation Commission.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2252the state employee charitable campaign2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Trent Ashby (R), House District 57 (Lufkin) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to eligibility of charitable organizations to participate in a state employee charitable campaign.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2259vacancies on municipal governing bodies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Moody (D), House District 78 (El Paso) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to circumstances under which a vacancy on the governing body occurs in certain municipalities.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2267home addresses in appraisal records2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lyle Larson (R), House District 122 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.”

Crime & PolicingProperty Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2268search warrants for stored electronic data2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to search warrants issued in this state and other states for certain customer data, communications, and other related information held in electronic storage in this state and other states by providers of electronic communications services and remote computing services.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2276notice of services for intellectual disabilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Myra Crownover (R), House District 64 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to notice of services and programs, including residential services, available for persons with intellectual disabilities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2290administrative costs of environmental projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By J.M. Lozano (R), House District 43 (Kingsville) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use for administrative costs of a portion of money received by certain entities to implement a supplemental environmental project.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2294a contracting exemption for thermostat installation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an exemption from air conditioning and refrigeration contracting regulation for installation of a thermostat.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2300funding for county transportation projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to funding and donations for county transportation projects, including projects of county energy transportation reinvestment zones.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2302the electronic court filing system and fees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to signing electronic or digital court documents, to the electronic filing system established by the Texas Supreme Court, to the statewide electronic filing system fund, to certain court fees and court costs, and to recovery of electronic filing fees by taxing units; imposing and authorizin”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2304sheriffs enforcing commercial vehicle standards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the certification of sheriffs and deputy sheriffs to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties.”

Immigration & Border · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2305motor vehicle inspections2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to motor vehicle inspections; creating an offense; changing the collection method for certain fees.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2311an animal identification program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an animal identification program.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2318educator preparation and alternative certification2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jimmie Don Aycock (R), House District 54 (Killeen) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to public school educator preparation and alternative certification programs.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2362efficiency review of river authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the efficiency review of river authorities.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2380forfeiture clauses in wills and trusts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sarah Davis (R), House District 134 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to a provision in a will or trust that would cause a forfeiture of or void an interest for bringing any court action, including contesting the will or trust.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2383life settlements for long-term care costs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to life settlement contracts for the payment of long-term care services and support and the consideration of a life insurance policy in determining eligibility for medical assistance.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2388contracting by defense base development authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the application of certain contracting laws to a defense base development authority.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2392the mental health program for veterans2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the mental health program for veterans.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2394a study of titles for trailers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study on the feasibility of requiring title for all trailers, semitrailers, and travel trailers not considered manufactured housing.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2414open meetings by videoconference2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Angie Chen Button (R), House District 112 (Garland) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to open meetings of governmental bodies held by videoconference call and to written electronic communications between members of a governmental body.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2422Internet-based computing for state agencies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Gonzales (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to consideration of advanced Internet-based computing service options in state purchasing and to the use of advanced Internet-based computing services by state agencies.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2446franchise tax credits for clean energy projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Myra Crownover (R), House District 64 (Denton) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the definitions of advanced clean energy projects and clean energy projects and to franchise tax credits for certain of those projects.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2447sale of portable fire extinguishers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Armando Martinez (D), House District 39 (Weslaco) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the sale and advertisement of portable fire extinguishers.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2448tuition outside a junior college district2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sylvester Turner (D), House District 139 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to tuition for certain students residing outside of a junior college district.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2451franchise tax costs for agricultural aircraft2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tracy O. King (D), House District 80 (Batesville) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the exclusion by taxable entities engaged in providing services as an agricultural aircraft operation of certain costs in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2454reimbursement for county jail inmate health care2013 · 83rd Legislature

By James Frank (R), House District 69 (Wichita Falls) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to reimbursement of health care services rendered by a health care provider for an inmate of a county jail or another county correctional facility.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2462automobile club memberships in vehicle contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to automobile club memberships offered in connection with certain motor vehicle retail installment contracts.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2472the Department of Information Resources2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Byron Cook (R), House District 8 (Corsicana) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources and certain procurement functions of the comptroller of public accounts.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2473sales tax funds for higher education housing2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to use of sales and use tax proceeds by economic development corporations in connection with housing facilities for certain institutions of higher education.”

Higher Education · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2474taxes and bonds for a junior college campus2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to taxes and bonds for a junior college district branch campus.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2478reporting on high-demand occupation shortages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the collection, study, and reporting by the Texas Workforce Commission of certain information regarding shortages in high-wage, high-demand occupations.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2482a study of manufacturers investing elsewhere2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study to determine the reasons major manufacturers have chosen to invest in other states after considering development in this state.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2483oral health education in public schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Carol Alvarado (D), House District 145 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to including oral health education as part of the coordinated health program for public elementary, middle, and junior high school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · no record vote of its own — passed on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2500appraisal of solar energy property2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of solar energy property.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2512information sharing for voter registration2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Rick Miller (R), House District 26 (Sugar Land) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the disclosure of certain information to the secretary of state for use in voter registration or the administration of elections.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2532regulation of propane distribution retailers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Paul Workman (R), House District 47 (Spicewood) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of propane distribution system retailers; authorizing a fee.”

4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2550higher education enrollment assistance programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Diane Patrick (R), House District 94 (Arlington) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the consolidation of the Higher Education Enrollment Assistance Program and the Higher Education Assistance Plan and the transfer of certain enrollment assistance duties to institutions of higher education and to measures to enhance medical education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2571records of oil and gas from state land2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the inspection of certain information regarding the production, transportation, sale, and marketing of oil and gas from state land; imposing an administrative penalty.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2585utility relocation costs on toll highways2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the reimbursement of utilities for relocation of utility facilities following improvement or construction of certain tolled highways.”

10 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2590foreclosure of property under an oil or gas lease2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the foreclosure sale of property subject to an oil or gas lease.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2612restrictions on using county roads2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Flynn (R), House District 2 (Van) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to prohibitions and restrictions on using county roads in certain circumstances.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2615the use of state water2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eric Johnson (D), House District 100 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the use of state water; providing a penalty.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2620a task force on domestic violence2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Nicole Collier (D), House District 95 (Fort Worth) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of a task force on domestic violence.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2623temporary closing of beaches2013 · 83rd Legislature

By René O. Oliveira (D), House District 37 (Brownsville) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of certain counties and the General Land Office to temporarily close a beach or beach access point.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2636transfers between tax increment funds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the transfer of money from the tax increment fund established for a tax increment financing reinvestment zone to the fund established for an adjacent zone.”

Property Taxes · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2637identity fraud by sex offenders2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Frullo (R), House District 84 (Lubbock) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the fraudulent use of identifying information by certain sex offenders; providing criminal penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2645independent review organizations2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certification and operation of independent review organizations.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2668junior college district board meetings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Hubert Vo (D), House District 149 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to requirements applicable to meetings of the governing board of certain junior college districts.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2683the nurse aide and employee misconduct registries2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to employment in certain consumer-directed services and by certain facilities and to the nurse aide registry and the employee misconduct registry.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2688Dallam-Hartley, Ector and Seminole hospital districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the Dallam-Hartley Counties Hospital District, the Ector County Hospital District, and the Seminole Hospital District of Gaines County, Texas.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2690vehicle sales by unlicensed sellers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the sale of a vehicle by an unlicensed seller; creating an offense.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2694credit by examination in public schools2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mike Villarreal (D), House District 123 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the provision of credit by examination for public school students.”

Public Education (K-12) · 2 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2712a tax exemption for energy storage systems2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Mary Ann Perez (D), House District 144 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of energy storage systems used for the control of air pollution in a nonattainment area.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2719inmates formerly in state conservatorship2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ryan Guillen (D), House District 31 (Rio Grande City) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to collecting and reporting information concerning inmates who have been in the conservatorship of a state agency responsible for providing child protective services and concerning inmate parole, reentry, and integration.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2725trafficking shelter records and standards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the confidentiality of certain records maintained by a victims of trafficking shelter center and the creation of minimum standards for certain facilities that provide services to victims of trafficking.”

Crime & Policing · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2733the Texas Juvenile Justice Department2013 · 83rd Legislature

By James White (R), House District 19 (Hillister) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the administration and operation of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.”

Crime & Policing · 2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2738a study of state agency technology efficiency2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to a study by the Department of Information Resources regarding state agency technology efficiency.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2741county and state motor vehicle regulation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Phillips (R), House District 62 (Sherman) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the regulation of motor vehicles by counties and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; authorizing a fee; creating an offense.”

5 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2760technical college and junior college partnerships2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to partnerships between the Texas State Technical College System and public junior colleges.”

Higher Education · 2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2766flow-through funds in the franchise tax2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2767recycling of oil and gas drilling waste2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Phil King (R), House District 61 (Weatherford) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of certain waste arising out of or incidental to the drilling for or production of oil or gas.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2772a study of judicial selection2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Justin Rodriguez (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to an interim study regarding the method by which certain judicial officers are selected.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2792closed appraisal review board hearings2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the circumstances under which an appraisal review board hearing shall be closed to the public.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2806delinquent liquor retailer accounts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charlie Geren (R), House District 99 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to delinquent payment of an alcoholic beverage retailer's account for liquor.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2818local option elections and alcohol permits2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ralph Sheffield (R), House District 55 (Temple) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain local option elections and the permits and licenses that can be issued in areas that approved the sale of certain alcoholic beverages in a local option election.”

Elections & Voting · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2825centralized county sex offender registration2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of a county to establish a centralized sex offender registration authority.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2840the urban land bank demonstration program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Helen Giddings (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the urban land bank demonstration program in certain municipalities.”

5 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2859funding for Clean Air Act local initiatives2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Patricia Harless (R), House District 126 (Spring) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the amount of money authorized to be used for Clean Air Act local initiative projects related to vehicles.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2862procedures in juvenile cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ruth Jones McClendon (D), House District 120 (San Antonio) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to procedures related to juvenile cases.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2873contract management for low-risk procurements2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the development of a model contract management process for use with low-risk state procurements.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2874the registration year for dealer-sold vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of the registration year for certain vehicles sold by a dealer.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2895sale of state property in Brazoria County2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dennis Bonnen (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to authorizing the sale of certain real property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2911regulation of real estate inspectors2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Kuempel (R), House District 44 (Seguin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the regulation of real estate inspectors; changing fees.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2912decedents’ estates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to decedents' estates.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2913trust property and creditor claims2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to trusts.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2918statutory durable powers of attorney2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to statutory durable powers of attorney.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2929health plan coverage for brain injury2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kenneth Sheets (R), House District 107 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to health benefit plan coverage for brain injury.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2935suits over the exercise of constitutional rights2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Todd Hunter (R), House District 32 (Corpus Christi) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to a legal action involving the exercise of certain constitutional rights.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 2952deadlines for education commissioner decisions2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Justin Rodriguez (D), House District 125 (San Antonio) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the period of time allowed for issuance of decisions by the commissioner of education in certain appeals against school districts.”

Public Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2961social security numbers of school employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Huberty (R), House District 127 (Humble) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the social security numbers of school district employees.”

Public Education (K-12) · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2972surplus lines tax on baled cotton insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ken King (R), House District 88 (Canadian) · became law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to exempting premiums for certain insurance covering stored or in-transit baled cotton from surplus lines insurance premium taxes.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2978expedited judicial foreclosure2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tan Parker (R), House District 63 (Flower Mound) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to procedures for expedited judicial foreclosure proceedings.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 2982pipeline safety standards in rural areas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Keffer (R), House District 60 (Eastland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the power of the Railroad Commission of Texas to adopt and enforce safety standards applicable to the transportation by pipeline of hazardous liquids, carbon dioxide, and natural gas in rural locations.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3005unemployment funds for reemployment activities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cindy Burkett (R), House District 113 (Sunnyvale) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the authority of the Texas Workforce Commission to use certain unemployment compensation funds for reemployment activities.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3028funding for joint credit courses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use of the skills development fund and other funds available to the Texas Workforce Commission to support certain joint credit courses offered by school districts under agreements with lower-division institutions of higher education.”

Higher EducationPublic Education (K-12) · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3042hotel tax revenue for public beaches2013 · 83rd Legislature

By René O. Oliveira (D), House District 37 (Brownsville) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the allocation of state hotel occupancy tax revenue to certain municipalities for cleaning and maintenance of and erosion control for public beaches.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3063defense base development authorities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · became law

“Relating to defense base development authorities.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3068debit and stored value card surcharges2013 · 83rd Legislature

By José Menéndez (D), House District 124 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to debit card or stored value card surcharges.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3086a diesel fuel tax exemption for blend materials2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Drew Darby (R), House District 72 (San Angelo) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an optional exemption from the diesel fuel tax for materials blended with taxable diesel fuel.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3093oversight of state agency information technology2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gary Elkins (R), House District 135 (Jersey Village) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Department of Information Resources and the Legislative Budget Board regarding information resources technologies of state agencies.”

6 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3103primary elections and overseas voters2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the administration of primary elections, the nomination of candidates by convention, and voting by certain military and overseas voters.”

Elections & Voting · 2 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3105benefits under individual health policies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to availability of certain benefits under individual accident and health insurance policies.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3106payments and reinsurance in title insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to compensatory payments and reinsurance agreements made in connection with the issuance of title insurance.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3116costs of the statewide accounting project2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Byron Cook (R), House District 8 (Corsicana) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the recovery of uniform statewide accounting project costs from state agencies and vendors.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3121a property tax exemption for aircraft parts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the qualifications for the exemption from ad valorem taxation for aircraft parts located in this state for a limited time.”

Property Taxes · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3126county vehicle fees for transportation projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Lucio, III (D), House District 38 (Brownsville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the authorization by referendum election of an increase in optional fees imposed on vehicles registered in certain counties to fund transportation projects.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3142handguns used in concealed carry proficiency tests2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Cecil Bell, Jr. (R), House District 3 (Magnolia) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to handguns used to demonstrate proficiency in handgun use for purposes of obtaining a concealed handgun license.”

Guns & Weapons · 4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3152provider contracts in workers’ compensation networks2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Helen Giddings (D), House District 109 (DeSoto) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the payment of and contracts with health care providers by certain entities under contract with a certified workers' compensation network.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3153the judicial branch and juvenile boards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tryon D. Lewis (R), House District 81 (Odessa) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the operation and administration of, and practice in courts in, the judicial branch of state government and the composition of certain juvenile boards; imposing a fee.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3169sales tax on certain taxable items2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the imposition of the sales and use tax on certain taxable items.”

4 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3176filling property owners’ association vacancies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dwayne Bohac (R), House District 138 (Houston) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the appointment of a board member of a property owners' association to fill a vacancy.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3188miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3196health facility licensing and Medicaid beds2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Four Price (R), House District 87 (Amarillo) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to licensing and certification requirements for certain health facilities and to the allocation of Medicaid beds in certain of those facilities; increasing fees.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3201the practice of dentistry2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the practice of dentistry; imposing surcharges and fees.”

2 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3209a recognition day for Willie Velasquez2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Roberto Alonzo (D), House District 104 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to creating a recognition day in honor of Willie Velasquez.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3211the Hispanic Heritage Center of Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Philip Cortez (D), House District 117 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Hispanic Heritage Center of Texas.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3233interbasin transfers of state water2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allan Ritter (R), House District 21 (Nederland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to interbasin transfers of state water.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3241racketeering in human trafficking cases2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Senfronia Thompson (D), House District 141 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the civil prosecution of racketeering related to trafficking of persons; providing penalties.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3253death notations on birth certificates2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Zerwas (R), House District 28 (Richmond) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the notation of death on a birth certificate and the release of birth certificate information for certain purposes.”

Elections & Voting · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3256vehicles operated as farm vehicles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Kyle Kacal (R), House District 12 (College Station) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the eligibility of certain vehicles to be operated as farm vehicles on a road or highway in this state.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3259child abuse records and adoptive parents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Gene Wu (D), House District 137 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to certain investigation records in child abuse and neglect cases and to information regarding a child available to prospective adoptive parents.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3276health plan coverage for autism2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Ron Simmons (R), House District 65 (Lewisville) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the coverage by certain health benefit plans for the screening and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3279uprooting seagrass plants2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Geanie Morrison (R), House District 30 (Victoria) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the uprooting of seagrass plants; creating an offense.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3285reporting health care associated infections2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Yvonne Davis (D), House District 111 (Dallas) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the reporting of health care associated infections.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3309the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Myra Crownover (R), House District 64 (Denton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the composition and use of money in the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3350homestead preservation districts and zones2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Eddie Rodriguez (D), House District 51 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to homestead preservation districts and reinvestment zones.”

3 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3355cable attachments on cooperative utility poles2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Byron Cook (R), House District 8 (Corsicana) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to cable operators' attachments on distribution poles owned or controlled by electric cooperatives.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3357membership in the Teacher Retirement System2013 · 83rd Legislature

By William 'Bill' Callegari (R), House District 132 (Katy) · became law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to the administration of, membership in, and benefits payable by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.”

1 record vote · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3361the Department of Housing and Community Affairs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs; authorizing and otherwise affecting the application of certain fees.”

6 record votes · 8 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3370firearms carried by retired peace officers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tom Craddick (R), House District 82 (Midland) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the authority of certain retired peace officers and former reserve law enforcement officers to carry certain firearms.”

Crime & PolicingGuns & Weapons · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3390the Texas Economic Development Act2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act; imposing a penalty.”

Property TaxesPublic Education (K-12) · 6 record votes · 19 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3422donations of landscaping to TxDOT2013 · 83rd Legislature

By George Lavender (R), House District 1 (Texarkana) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to donations of landscape materials and services to the Texas Department of Transportation.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3433regulation of private security companies2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of certain private security companies and occupations; creating an offense.”

3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3436state property in the Capitol complex2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Byron Cook (R), House District 8 (Corsicana) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the use and development of state property, including real property within the Capitol complex.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3447urban land banks2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Roland Gutierrez (D), House District 119 (San Antonio) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the establishment and functions of certain urban land banks.”

7 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3459access to and protection of coastal areas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to access to and protection of certain coastal areas.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3460reports to the Texas Department of Insurance2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Craig Eiland (D), House District 23 (Galveston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the requirement that certain information be reported to the Texas Department of Insurance and the confidentiality of that information.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3471pay for Port of Port Arthur commissioners2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe Deshotel (D), House District 22 (Beaumont) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the compensation of the members of the board of port commissioners of the Port of Port Arthur Navigation District of Jefferson County.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3483driver education and licensing for teens2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allen Fletcher (R), House District 130 (Tomball) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to requirements for a driver education course, the eligibility of persons under 18 years of age to operate a motor vehicle, and the administration of certain driver's license examinations by home-taught driver education course providers.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3509endangered species habitat conservation2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dennis Bonnen (R), House District 25 (Angleton) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to endangered species habitat conservation and to the creation of a board to oversee and guide the state's coordinated response to federal actions regarding endangered species.”

4 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3511contract claims against local government entities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Allan Ritter (R), House District 21 (Nederland) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the adjudication of certain claims under a written contract with a special-purpose district or authority or local governmental entity.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3520the George W. Bush Expressway2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of a segment of U.S. Highway 75 in Dallas County as the George W. Bush Expressway.”

2 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3536a fee on certain cigarette sales2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Otto (R), House District 18 (Dayton) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to imposing a fee on the sale of cigarettes and cigarette tobacco products manufactured by certain companies; providing penalties.”

7 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3556licensing of emergency medical services providers2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lois W. Kolkhorst (R), House District 13 (Brenham) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the licensing and regulation of emergency medical services providers and a moratorium on the issuance of emergency medical services provider licenses.”

4 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3559the Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joe C. Pickett (D), House District 79 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Monument.”

Crime & Policing · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3566advertising by pest control businesses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the regulation of advertising by structural pest control businesses.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3567the structural pest control advisory committee2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the composition of the structural pest control advisory committee.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3568a memorial bridge in the city of Bastrop2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of the structure on Loop 150 in the city of Bastrop connecting the east and west banks of the Colorado River as the Chief Petty Officer (SOC) Stephen "Matt" Mills Bridge.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3569animal disease control programs2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tim Kleinschmidt (R), House District 17 (Lexington) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to activities conducted in connection with a state or federal disease control or eradication program for animals.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3572taxes on mixed beverages2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harvey Hilderbran (R), House District 53 (Kerrville) · signed into law, effective January 1, 2014

“Relating to the administration, collection, and enforcement of taxes on mixed beverages; imposing a tax on sales of mixed beverages; decreasing the rate of the current tax on mixed beverages.”

5 record votes · 4 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3578money in the capital access fund2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John E. Davis (R), House District 129 (Houston) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the allocation and transfer of money from the capital access fund by the Texas Economic Development Bank.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3593determining that a voter is deceased2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lon Burnam (D), House District 90 (Fort Worth) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the determination that a voter is deceased.”

Elections & VotingImmigration & Border · 2 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3605state financing for water supply projects2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lon Burnam (D), House District 90 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to financial assistance awarded by the Texas Water Development Board for water supply projects.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3640a Texas State Technical College extension center2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jim Pitts (R), House District 10 (Waxahachie) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of an extension center of the Texas State Technical College System.”

Higher Education · 1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3643city hotel occupancy tax revenue2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the allocation of revenue from the municipal hotel occupancy tax by certain municipalities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3648the award and performance of state contracts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the award and performance of certain state contracts.”

5 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3668responsibilities following an accident2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Elliott Naishtat (D), House District 49 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to an individual's responsibilities following an accident reasonably likely to result in injury to or death of a person; imposing criminal penalties.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3674the historic courthouse preservation program2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to eligibility of municipalities to participate in the historic courthouse preservation and maintenance programs administered by the Texas Historical Commission.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3714the Small Business Assistance Advisory Task Force2013 · 83rd Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Office of Small Business Assistance Advisory Task Force.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3729licensing new assisted living facilities2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Garnet Coleman (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to licensing requirements for newly constructed assisted living facilities.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3739city employees who run for office2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Lon Burnam (D), House District 90 (Fort Worth) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the continued employment of municipal employees who become candidates for public office.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 3 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3793entities serving counties and their residents2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Garnet Coleman (D), House District 147 (Houston) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to powers, duties, and services of entities serving counties and county residents.”

Crime & PolicingImmigration & Border · 6 record votes · 6 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3805discharge of Department of Public Safety employees2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Gonzales (R), House District 52 (Round Rock) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the discharge of an officer or employee of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.”

Crime & Policing · 4 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3813city fire suppression standards2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Donna Howard (D), House District 48 (Austin) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to municipal fire suppression standards in certain municipalities.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3831the Peace Officers Memorial Highway2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Abel Herrero (D), House District 34 (Robstown) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 358 as the Peace Officers Memorial Highway.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3838motorcycle equipment, training and licenses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Larry Phillips (R), House District 62 (Sherman) · signed into law — effective dates vary by section

“Relating to motorcycle equipment and training and the license requirements for a three-wheeled motorcycle; creating an offense.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3860the Generation Park Management District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Harold V. Dutton, Jr. (D), House District 142 (Houston) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Generation Park Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

1 record vote · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3871the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Wayne Smith (R), House District 128 (Baytown) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the powers and duties of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3903the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Jason Isaac (R), House District 45 (Austin) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to increase certain fees; authorizing a fee.”

5 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3914creating and dissolving special districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Scott Sanford (R), House District 70 (McKinney) · signed into law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the creation or dissolution of certain special districts; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose an assessment, fee, or tax.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HB 3941Comal County Water Improvement District No. 32013 · 83rd Legislature

By Doug Miller (R), House District 73 (New Braunfels) · signed into law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation of the Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

2 record votes — House passage on the local & consent calendar L&C · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3946the Officer Angel David Garcia Memorial Interchange2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Naomi Gonzalez (D), House District 76 (El Paso) · became law, effective September 1, 2013

“Relating to the designation of the Officer Angel David Garcia Memorial Interchange.”

1 record vote · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HB 3954creating certain special districts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Phil Stephenson (R), House District 85 (Wharton) · became law, effective immediately

“Relating to the creation and the powers and duties of certain special districts; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.”

3 record votes · 2 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 1the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Tommy Williams (R), Senate District 4 (The Woodlands) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 6

“Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas and the State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas to assist in the financing of priority projects in the state water plan.”

12 record votes · 9 floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 18reverse mortgages to buy a homestead2013 · 83rd Legislature

By John Carona (R), Senate District 16 (Dallas) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 5

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the making of a reverse mortgage loan for the purchase of homestead property and to amend certain requirements in connection with a reverse mortgage loan.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

SJR 42sanctions against judges and justices2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Joan Huffman (R), Senate District 17 (Southside Place) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 9

“Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to expanding the types of sanctions that may be assessed against a judge or justice following a formal proceeding instituted by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.”

3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

SJR 54repealing a Hidalgo County hospital district2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Juan 'Chuy' Hinojosa (D), Senate District 20 (McAllen) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 8, submitted together with HJR 147

“Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision authorizing the creation of a hospital district in Hidalgo County.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 24a tax exemption for donated veteran homesteads2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Charles Perry (R), House District 83 (Lubbock) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 4

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the market value of the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of a partially disabled veteran if the residence homestead was donated ”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 62authorizing a homestead exemption for military spouses2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Chris Turner (D), House District 101 (Grand Prairie) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 1

“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 member of the armed services of the United States who is killed in action.”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 79abolishing the State Medical Education Board2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Dan Branch (R), House District 108 (Dallas) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 2

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to eliminate an obsolete requirement for a State Medical Education Board and a State Medical Education Fund.”

Higher Education · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 87filling a home-rule vacancy with 12 months or less left2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Sergio Muñoz, Jr. (D), House District 36 (Mission) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 7

“Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a home-rule municipality to provide in its charter the procedure to fill a vacancy on its governing body for which the unexpired term is 12 months or less.”

Elections & Voting · 3 record votes · 1 floor amendment · Read the breakdown →

HJR 133the tax exemption period for aircraft parts2013 · 83rd Legislature

By Linda Harper-Brown (R), House District 105 (Irving) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 3

“Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision of this state to extend the number of days that aircraft parts that are exempt from ad valorem taxation due to their location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the”

Property Taxes · 3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

HJR 147repealing the Hidalgo County hospital district2013 · 83rd Legislature

By R.D. 'Bobby' Guerra (D), House District 41 (Mission) · approved by voters November 5, 2013, as Proposition 8, submitted together with SJR 54

“Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision authorizing the creation of a hospital district in Hidalgo County.”

3 record votes · no floor amendments · Read the breakdown →

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