Feed

Details · SB 3069

Sales tax, public-money grants, its own nonprofit, and borrowing without the usual state cap!

DOORSTOP: 5,543 WORDS The bill as filed runs 5,543 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed May 9, 2025

SB 3068 · 89RNo flags

Harris-Montgomery district becomes Southeast Regional Management District

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3068

The board can skip the Harris County Commissioners Court on appointments.

Filed May 9, 2025

SB 3067 · 89RNo flags

bill limiting tax election money for paying off debt

Died in committeeInitial review

Sen. Donna Campbell (R-25)

Details · SB 3067

Voter-approved tax money can’t pay off bonds.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed May 9, 2025 and referred to the Senate Local Government committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed May 9, 2025

HB 5700 · 89RSmells

Olcott Bill Hands Mineral Wells The District’s Water Plant

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Mike Olcott (R-60)

Details · HB 5700

Plus the Brazos Pump Station and contracts, by January 1, 2026. Price? The text states none.

Carve-out

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed May 5, 2025 and referred to the House Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed May 5, 2025

SB 3066 · 89RNo flags

bill redrawing the Driftwood Conservation District map

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3066

Driftwood Golf Club Development, Inc. land is on the list.

DOORSTOP: 19,948 WORDS The bill as filed runs 19,948 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed May 2, 2025

HB 5699 · 89RNo flags

bill lets MUD No. 405 drop undeveloped land

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Mike Schofield (R-132)

Details · HB 5699

Owners of undeveloped land can contract their way out. Past acts all confirmed.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed May 1, 2025

HB 5698 · 89RNo flags

Harris-Montgomery Counties Management District gets a new name

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)

Details · HB 5698

Now the Southeast Regional Management District. New board appointment route too.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed May 1, 2025

HB 5697 · 89RNo flags

bill giving Tom Green County courts at law family cases

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Drew Darby (R-72)

Details · HB 5697

Divorces and custody can go to county courts at law too.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 30, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 30, 2025

HB 5696 · 89RSmells

Cook Bill Names The Board Of A 174-Acre Mansfield District

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Reviewed

Rep. David Cook (R-96)

Details · HB 5696

Paid directors, some bonds with no election, loans and grants. No eminent domain, though.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 30, 2025

HB 5695 · 89RNo flags

bill creating the Sayers Ranch MUD in Bastrop County

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-17)

Details · HB 5695

253 acres, five temporary directors, one bond tax with no cap.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 5,283 WORDS The bill as filed runs 5,283 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 30, 2025

SB 3065 · 89RSmells

1,830-Acre Hunt County District Can Borrow Before Residents Move In

Did not passReviewed

Details · SB 3065

Majority-value landowners pick the temporary directors, and the state environmental agency appoints them.

DOORSTOP: 10,867 WORDS The bill as filed runs 10,867 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 25, 2025. Died in the House: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Apr 30, 2025

SB 3064 · 89RSmells

Paxton Bill Creates 2,450-Acre Taxing District In Collin County

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3064

A board of “five elected directors.” The first five are named in the bill!

Rep. Shelley Luther (R-62)

DOORSTOP: 7,396 WORDS The bill as filed runs 7,396 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 30, 2025

HB 5694 · 89RNo flags

new improvement district: 337 acres in Fannin County

Did not passInitial review

Details · HB 5694

Mostly family-trust land. Assessments and taxes can become liens on it.

DOORSTOP: 6,188 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,188 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 29, 2025

HB 5693 · 89RNo flags

Jefferson County drainage elections move from May to November

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Christian Manuel (D-22)

Details · HB 5693

Sitting commissioners get about six extra months.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Christian Manuel (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Robert Nichols (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Apr 29, 2025

SB 3063 · 89RSmells

Nichols Bill Puts New District’s Liens Ahead Of Most Claims

Did not passReviewed

Sen. Robert Nichols (R-3)

Details · SB 3063

605 acres in Liberty County. Revenue bonds need no election, and taxes need a vote.

Filed Apr 29, 2025

SB 3062 · 89RNo flags

Part of State Highway 315 becomes the Hamby-Webb Memorial Highway

Did not passInitial review

Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-1)

Details · SB 3062

Panola County stretch, western county line to the western edge of Carthage.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 25, 2025. Died in the House: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Apr 29, 2025

HB 5692 · 89RSmells

Guillen’s 4,700-Acre Energy District Picks Its Single Retail Electric Provider

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)

Details · HB 5692

Hydrogen, salt-cavern storage, power facilities. The majority landowner names the first directors.

DOORSTOP: 7,950 WORDS The bill as filed runs 7,950 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 28, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 28, 2025

SB 3061 · 89RNo flags

Creighton Bill Bars Lawmakers’ Kids From Education Savings Accounts

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3061

Statewide officials’ kids too, only while the parent holds office. Starts 2026-2027.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 14, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Public Education committee.

Filed Apr 28, 2025

HB 5691 · 89RSmells

Money Bill Gives 1,820 Acres Near Greenville A Landowner-Picked Board

Did not passInitial review

Rep. Brent Money (R-2)

Details · HB 5691

Owners of most of the land’s value name the first directors. Revenue bonds need no election.

DOORSTOP: 10,867 WORDS The bill as filed runs 10,867 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee 9-0 on May 14, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Apr 25, 2025

SB 3060 · 89RNo flags

bill raising the disabled veteran property tax exemption

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Richard Hayes (R-57)

Details · SB 3060

$5,000 to $12,000 becomes $30,000 to $100,000!

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 25, 2025 and referred to the Senate Local Government committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 25, 2025

HB 5690 · 89RNo flags

bill changing Hunter Ranch district debt limits

Did not passInitial review

Details · HB 5690

New debt limits. Past acts validated.

Filed Apr 24, 2025

HB 5689 · 89RNo flags

bill changing Cole Ranch district borrowing limits

Did not passInitial review

Rep. Richard Hayes (R-57)

Details · HB 5689

New debt limits, and everything it did before gets blessed.

Filed Apr 24, 2025

SB 3059 · 89RSmells

Campbell’s Alamo Commission Seats The Governor, Lieutenant Governor And Speaker

Became lawReviewed

Sen. Donna Campbell (R-25)

Details · SB 3059

Nothing starts until September 1, 2027. Full handover by January 1, 2028.

Delayed start New fee, fund, board or appointees

BUZZER BEATER Final vote Jun 1, 2025: the House adopted the conference committee report. 1 day before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.

Filed Apr 24, 2025

HB 5688 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 229 acres in Cameron County

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Janie Lopez (R-37)

Details · HB 5688

Three named temporary directors. Taxes and fees once voters approve.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 23, 2025

HB 5687 · 89RNo flags

bill widening what Post Oak Savannah export fees pay for

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-17)

Details · HB 5687

County roads to inspected wells, and groundwater environmental programs.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 23, 2025 and referred to the House Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 23, 2025

HB 5686 · 89RSmells

Metcalf Bill Puts An Appointed, Taxing Board Over 144 Acres

Became lawReviewed

Details · HB 5686

Near Seven Coves Road. Some bonds skip the election. The usual debt cap is waived.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 5,543 WORDS The bill as filed runs 5,543 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 23, 2025

HB 5685 · 89RSmells

Kitzman Bill Waives Debt Cap For 227-Acre Waller County District

Did not passReviewed

Details · HB 5685

Property, sales and hotel taxes, some with a vote. Revenue bonds need no election.

Rep. Shelley Luther (R-62)

DOORSTOP: 6,633 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,633 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee 10-1 on Apr 30, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 13, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

HB 5684 · 89RSmells

Luther Bill Lets 606-Acre District Near Sherman Grant Public Money

Did not passReviewed

Details · HB 5684

Landowners can be billed through assessments that become a first lien on their property.

Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)

DOORSTOP: 8,926 WORDS The bill as filed runs 8,926 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 22, 2025

HB 5683 · 89RSmells

Anchía Bill Names Cedar Springs Directors, Some Unelected Until 2029

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5683

Seven directors, named in the bill, for part of Dallas. Taxes still need voters.

Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-18)

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 22, 2025 and referred to the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3058 · 89RNo flags

Post Oak Savannah district can spend export fees on roads

Did not passInitial review

Details · SB 3058

Groundwater export fees it already collects, now on county roads.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 14, 2025. Died in the House: voted out of the Natural Resources committee 9-1, no floor vote.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3057 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 3,000-plus acres in Williamson County

Did not passInitial review

Sen. Pete Flores (R-24)

Details · SB 3057

Five-member board, with nearby city consent before an election.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 5383 by Rep. Wilson (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.DOORSTOP: 15,811 WORDS The bill as filed runs 15,811 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3056 · 89RSmells

Hagenbuch’s 606-Acre District Puts Development Costs On The Land

Became lawReviewed

Details · SB 3056

Grayson County ranch land near Sherman. Assessments, voter-approved taxes, bonds, grant and loan programs.

Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-11)

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 8,926 WORDS The bill as filed runs 8,926 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3055 · 89RNo flags

bill letting rural nurse practitioners prescribe without physicians

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3055

Only in counties with fewer than 68,750 people.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the Senate State Affairs committee on May 1, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3054 · 89RNo flags

bill merging two Starr County water districts into one

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3054

Commissioners swap their board seats for five directors they appoint.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3053 · 89RNo flags

bond caps for Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1

Became lawInitial review

Details · SB 3053

Bonds capped at 10 percent of property value.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

SB 3052 · 89RNo flags

bond debt cap for Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Keresa Richardson (R-61)

Details · SB 3052

Denton County district gets a borrowing limit.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 22, 2025

HB 5682 · 89RSmells

Richardson Bill Lets A 2,450-Acre District Spin Off A Nonprofit

Became lawReviewed

Details · HB 5682

Assessments can become a first lien on the land. Some bonds need no election.

Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)

BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the House concurred in the Senate amendments. 3 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 17, 2025

HB 5681 · 89RNo flags

bill making utilities move lines for a Montgomery County district

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5681

At the utility’s own cost.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 15, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Local Government committee.

Filed Apr 17, 2025

SB 3051 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 72 acres near Princeton in Collin County

Did not passInitial review

Details · SB 3051

Five temporary directors, replaceable by the biggest landowners.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 14, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Land & Resource Management committee.

Filed Apr 17, 2025

SB 3050 · 89RSmells

Hughes Bill Lets Landowners Pick Fannin County District’s First Board

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Reviewed

Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-1)

Details · SB 3050

On 337.65 acres. Majority-value owners name five directors, and the commission must appoint them.

Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D-20)

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 6,188 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,188 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 17, 2025

SB 3049 · 89RNo flags

bill releasing the easement on the Nueces County courthouse

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3049

The Texas Historical Commission’s strings come off.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 16, 2025 and referred to the Senate Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 16, 2025

SB 3048 · 89RSmells

Birdwell’s 448-Acre Midlothian District Can Lend And Grant Public Money

Became lawReviewed

Sen. Brian Birdwell (R-22)

Details · SB 3048

Assessments by owner petition, taxes after a vote. Some bonds need no election.

Rep. Charlie Geren (R-99)

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 6,116 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,116 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 16, 2025

HB 5680 · 89RNo flags

new management district: 605 acres in Liberty County

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Janis Holt (R-18)

Details · HB 5680

Five named initial directors who later face election.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 15, 2025

HB 5679 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 653 acres in Parker County

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Details · HB 5679

The usual powers, plus roads.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 15, 2025

HB 5678 · 89RSmells

Gerdes’ 60-Acre Elgin District Can Make Grants Of Public Money

Died in committeeReviewed

Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-17)

Details · HB 5678

Plus parking and a nonprofit. Owners of most of the land’s value pick the first board.

DOORSTOP: 5,315 WORDS The bill as filed runs 5,315 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 15, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Local Government committee.

Filed Apr 15, 2025

SB 23 · 89RNo flags

senior and disabled homestead exemption goes from $10,000 to $60,000

Became lawInitial review

Details · SB 23

For homeowners 65 or older or disabled, if voters approve.

Filed Apr 15, 2025

HB 5677 · 89RSmells

Cole Bill Lets The Majority Landowner Pick Pura Vida’s First Board

Became lawReviewed

Rep. Sheryl Cole (D-46)

Details · HB 5677

211 acres in Travis County. Directors get up to $150 a meeting.

Rep. Terry M. Wilson (R-20)

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5676 · 89RNo flags

bill giving a Williamson County MUD eminent domain

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5676

The ban on condemnation gets deleted.

QUICK READ: 114 WORDS The bill as filed runs 114 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 10, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Local Government committee.

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5675 · 89RNo flags

Presidio County water board grows from five to seven

Did not passInitial review

Rep. Eddie Morales (D-74)

Details · HB 5675

Marfa and Presidio each get one seat.

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5674 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 3,500 acres in Williamson County

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Terry M. Wilson (R-20)

Details · HB 5674

Owners of most of the land’s value pick the first five directors.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 5383 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5673 · 89RNo flags

new management district tied to San Marcos

Companion SB 3037 became lawInitial review

Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-45)

Details · HB 5673

La Cima Municipal Management District No. 1, several tracts in Hays County.

DOORSTOP: 18,281 WORDS The bill as filed runs 18,281 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5672 · 89RNo flags

bill redrawing the Driftwood Conservation District map

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-45)

Details · HB 5672

State law catches up to land already annexed. Past acts approved after the fact.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Erin Zwiener (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Donna Campbell (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Apr 14, 2025

SB 3047 · 89RSmells

Landowner’s Petition Picks First Board Of 211-Acre Travis County District

Became lawReviewed

Details · SB 3047

District property, sales and hotel taxes. The hotel tax can be pledged to hotel projects!

Pitch: Debt and special districts

BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the Senate concurred in the House amendments. 3 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 14, 2025

HB 5671 · 89RSmells

Bill Exempts Johnson County Utility District From Two Bond Rules

VetoedInitial review

Rep. Helen Kerwin (R-58)

Details · HB 5671

The committee analysis blames “wasteful delays.” The fix: two Water Code sections “do not apply.”

Filed Apr 11, 2025

HB 5670 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 343 acres in Montgomery County

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Janis Holt (R-18)

Details · HB 5670

Five named temporary directors. Taxes and fees once voters approve.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 11, 2025

SB 3046 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping concrete plants away from homes and hospitals

Died in committeeInitial review

Sen. Borris Miles (D-13)

Details · SB 3046

880 yards from a home, 2,000 yards from a hospital.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 11, 2025 and referred to the Senate Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 11, 2025

SB 3045 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 653 acres in Parker County

Did not passInitial review

Rep. David Spiller (R-68)

Details · SB 3045

Eminent domain, unless the bill passes without a two-thirds vote.

Filed Apr 11, 2025

HB 5669 · 89RNo flags

Sabine Pass port commissioners get monthly pay

Did not passReviewed

Rep. Dade Phelan (R-21)

Details · HB 5669

Each commissioner receives $600 per month, replacing a daily service fee.

Corrected Nov 1, 2026 We checked this summary against the bill text and fixed it.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 21, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Apr 9, 2025

HB 5668 · 89RNo flags

bill letting a Fort Worth MUD tax special areas

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Details · HB 5668

Small or not connected to each other, they can still get bonds.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 9, 2025

SB 3044 · 89RNo flags

Presidio County water board grows from five to seven

Became lawInitial review

Sen. César Blanco (D-29)

Details · SB 3044

Marfa and Presidio get one appointed seat each.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 29, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 9, 2025

HB 5667 · 89RNo flags

Parker County juvenile board picks its own chairman

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Mike Olcott (R-60)

Details · HB 5667

The 43rd Judicial District judge no longer gets it automatically.

QUICK READ: 85 WORDS The bill as filed runs 85 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 8, 2025

SB 3043 · 89RSmells

2,801-Acre Denton County District Finances Roads Through Property Liens

Did not passReviewed

Details · SB 3043

No property tax allowed. Some bonds need no election, once the city consents.

DOORSTOP: 6,332 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,332 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 8, 2025

SB 3042 · 89RNo flags

bill letting returning city retirees restore their service credit

Died in committeeInitial review

Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-1)

Details · SB 3042

Back within 120 days, pension recomputed, actuarially reduced.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 7, 2025 and referred to the Senate Finance committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 7, 2025

SB 3041 · 89RNo flags

bill raising penalties for misuse of official information

Died in committeeInitial review

Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)

Details · SB 3041

Gains past $150,000 and $300,000 climb to a first-degree felony.

BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1899 by Rep. Meyer (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Apr 7, 2025

SB 3040 · 89RSmells

Cities Of 10,000 To 19,000 Can Leave Emergency Services Districts

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3040

Counties of 1M to 1.5M only. City asks, board has no choice.

Bracket bill

QUICK READ: 130 WORDS The bill as filed runs 130 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Apr 7, 2025 and referred to the Senate Local Government committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Apr 7, 2025

HB 5666 · 89RSmells

Oliverson Bill Creates 33.76-Acre MUD With No Bond Tax Cap

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-130)

Details · HB 5666

Undeveloped Harris County land. Once voters say yes, no limit on rate or amount.

Filed Apr 4, 2025

SB 3039 · 89RNo flags

bill expanding reports on transfer credits that don’t carry over

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Sen. Royce West (D-23)

Details · SB 3039

Universities and community colleges report more to the Legislature.

BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the Senate concurred in the House amendments. 3 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.

Filed Apr 4, 2025

SB 3038 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 73 acres near Rosenberg

Did not passInitial review

Sen. Joan Huffman (R-17)

Details · SB 3038

Five temporary directors, named by the majority landowners’ petition.

Filed Apr 3, 2025

HB 5665 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 209 acres in Waller County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5665

The usual powers. Bonds and taxes once voters approve.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 2, 2025

SB 3037 · 89RSmells

Zaffirini Bill Lets La Cima District Contract For Police

Became lawReviewed

Details · SB 3037

Hays County, tied to San Marcos. Assessments, voter-approved taxes, bonds, economic development loans and grants.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on May 29, 2025.DOORSTOP: 18,281 WORDS The bill as filed runs 18,281 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Apr 2, 2025

HB 5664 · 89RNo flags

Hefner Bill Lets Wood County Hospital District Skip Yearly Audits

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Cole Hefner (R-5)

Details · HB 5664

A seventh director, banks from outside the county, and audits up to three years apart.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 5663 · 89RSmells

Hefner Bill Creates A Memory Care District That Can’t Tax

Did not passReviewed

Rep. Cole Hefner (R-5)

Details · HB 5663

Seven unpaid directors, a paid administrator, no bonds. The hospital district can dissolve it anytime.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 15, 2025. Died in the Senate: voted out of the Local Government committee 7-0, no floor vote.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 5662 · 89RNo flags

Fort Bend water district gets road powers

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Details · HB 5662

Roads, road drainage and bonds, repaid through property taxes.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 5661 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 177 acres in Fort Bend County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5661

Bonds backed by property taxes with no limit on rate or amount!

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 1535 · 89RNo flags

Trinity River Authority sunset bill, next review in 2037

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Details · HB 1535

Terms shrink from six to four years. The Governor picks the board president.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 1530 · 89RNo flags

Sabine River Authority of Texas gets Sunset changes

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 1530

Next review in 2037. Governor picks the board president.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 1525 · 89RNo flags

Lower Neches Valley Authority gets Sunset changes

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 1525

Next review in 2037. Governor picks the board president.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 1520 · 89RNo flags

Angelina and Neches River Authority renewed through Sunset review

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Details · HB 1520

Next review pushed to 2037, with new governance rules.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Stan Kitzman (R) in the House. Lead sponsor César Blanco (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

SB 2409 · 89RNo flags

bill continuing the Angelina and Neches River Authority to 2037

Died in committeeInitial review

Sen. César Blanco (D-29)

Details · SB 2409

Standard governance rules for the board.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

SB 2408 · 89RNo flags

Trinity River Authority board grows to 25

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. (D-36)

Details · SB 2408

The governor picks the board president. Directors must train before they vote.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Apr 1, 2025

HB 5660 · 89RNo flags

bill dissolving the El Milagro Management District

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5660

Board has 60 days to shut it down.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee on Apr 22, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 31, 2025

HB 74 · 89RSmells

Morales Bill Builds A Port District On Two Companies’ Land

Died in committeeReviewed

Rep. Eddie Morales (D-74)

Details · HB 74

About 3,300 acres in Maverick County. Toll bridges, rail, and revenue bonds with no election.

New fee, fund, board or appointees Carve-out

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 8, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Transportation committee.

Filed Mar 31, 2025

HB 5659 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring hearings before Northeast Texas water deals

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Jay Dean (R-7)

Details · HB 5659

Notice and a chance for anyone to speak first.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on Jun 22, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Mar 28, 2025

HB 5658 · 89RNo flags

new management district: 2,801 acres in Denton County

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Jared Patterson (R-106)

Details · HB 5658

Bonds without an election. No property tax, just assessments that become a first lien.

Filed Mar 28, 2025

SB 3036 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 416 acres in Montgomery County

Did not passInitial review

Details · SB 3036

Bonds, taxes, fees and assessments.

Filed Mar 28, 2025

SB 3035 · 89RNo flags

new water district: 480 acres in Montgomery County

Did not passInitial review

Details · SB 3035

Water, sewer, roads and recreational facilities, once any affected city consents.

Filed Mar 28, 2025

SB 3034 · 89RNo flags

Highway 249 stretch becomes the Doug Pitcock Aggie Expressway

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Suleman Lalani (D-76)

Details · SB 3034

Signs go up from FM 1774 to State Highway 105.

Filed Mar 28, 2025

HB 5657 · 89RNo flags

bill redrawing the Driftwood Conservation District

Died in committeeInitial review

Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)

Details · HB 5657

New boundary, and every past act confirmed unless a court strikes it down.

Filed Mar 27, 2025

HB 5656 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: four tracts in Fort Bend County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5656

Five-member board, first picked by the majority landowners.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Suleman Lalani (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Lois Kolkhorst (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 27, 2025

SB 3033 · 89RNo flags

bill redrawing the Creedmoor MUD in Travis County

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3033

Four new tracts totaling roughly 358 acres.

Filed Mar 27, 2025

SB 3032 · 89RSmells

Creighton Port Bill Puts Commissioners On A Flat $600 A Month

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · SB 3032

Instead of up to $50 a day of service. The port’s own $25K bid rule goes, too.

Caption mismatch

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 26, 2025 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 26, 2025

HB 5655 · 89RNo flags

new water district: 911 acres in Fort Bend County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5655

Taxes once voters approve. Nearby cities must consent first.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.DOORSTOP: 6,199 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,199 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Mar 25, 2025

SB 2407 · 89RNo flags

Lower Neches Valley Authority sunset review pushed to 2037

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Sen. Kevin Sparks (R-31)

Details · SB 2407

Governor picks the board president. New directors train before they vote.

BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the Senate concurred in the House amendments. 3 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 25, 2025

HB 5654 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 87 acres in Montgomery County

Became law, effective Jan 1, 2026Initial review

Details · HB 5654

Voters must approve the district and any property tax.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Mar 24, 2025

SB 2406 · 89RNo flags

Sabine River Authority gets its sunset fixes

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Rep. Shelley Luther (R-62)

Details · SB 2406

Next review in 2037.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 24, 2025

HB 5653 · 89RNo flags

bill rewriting the Grayson County juvenile board

Did not passInitial review

Details · HB 5653

County judge plus the district judges, with an optional county court at law judge.

QUICK READ: 94 WORDS The bill as filed runs 94 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 21, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Mar 21, 2025

SB 3031 · 89RNo flags

bill raising more aggravated assault cases to first-degree felony

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review

Sen. Joan Huffman (R-17)

Details · SB 3031

Mainly drive-by shootings.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 3062 by Rep. Ann Johnson (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Joan Huffman (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Ann Johnson (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 21, 2025

HB 5652 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 416 acres in Montgomery County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5652

Landowners pick five temporary directors. Water, drainage and roads.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Mar 20, 2025

HB 5651 · 89RNo flags

new water district: 480 acres in Montgomery County

Became lawInitial review

Details · HB 5651

Private land, five-member board, bonds and taxes.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Mar 19, 2025

HB 5650 · 89RNo flags

new MUD: 56 acres in Travis County

Became lawInitial review

Rep. Lulu Flores (D-51)

Details · HB 5650

Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 40, described tract by tract.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.

Filed Mar 19, 2025

SB 3030 · 89RSmells

Zaffirini Bill Lets Majority Landowners Name Five Temporary MUD Directors

Died in committeeNeeds review

Details · SB 3030

About 56 acres in Travis County. Bonds, taxes and fees once voters confirm it.

Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. (D-36)

Filed Mar 19, 2025

HB 5649 · 89RNo flags

bill lifting the civil cap on Hidalgo County courts

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5649

The $750,000 cap goes, and so does the word “concurrent.”

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 18, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 18, 2025

HB 5648 · 89RSmells

911-Acre Fort Bend District Gets Uncapped Bond Tax Power

Died in committeeInitial review

Details · HB 5648

Taxes need voters. Bonds backed by other revenue or contract payments need no election.

DOORSTOP: 6,199 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,199 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 18, 2025 and referred to the House Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 18, 2025

SB 3029 · 89RNo flags

Far North Fort Worth MUD gets defined areas

Did not passInitial review