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November 14, 2024

47 filed

HB 1341 · 89RNo flags

bill makes TCEQ set hydrogen sulfide limits

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ron Reynolds (D-27)
Details · HB 1341

The limits get rechecked against new health studies at least every five years.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Environmental Regulation committee on May 9, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1338 · 89RSmells

County Hours Bill Drops Population Cutoff By 5,000 People

Companion SB 65 became lawInitial review
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson (R-23)
Details · HB 1338

355,000 becomes 350,000. Counties in that 5,000-person gap can set uniform work hours.

Bracket bill
DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1022 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.QUICK READ: 144 WORDS The bill as filed runs 144 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 Nov 14, 2024

HB 1335 · 89RNo flags

bill applies dig-safe rules to every buried line operator

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-17)
Details · HB 1335

The old ‘Class A’ line goes away.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Energy Resources committee on Mar 17, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1334 · 89RNo flags

bill makes the state cover special ed, bilingual exam fees

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Josey Garcia (D-124)
Details · HB 1334

The board waives its fee and pays the vendor’s too.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2147 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1333 · 89RNo flags

Harrison Toll Bill Caps Late Fees At $48 A Year

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Brian Harrison (R-10)
Details · HB 1333

$6 an invoice plus a $25 penalty. Old offenses repealed, trip data made confidential.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2991 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Transportation subcommittee on Transportation Funding. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1332 · 89RNo flags

bill expands school dating violence policies

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Josey Garcia (D-124)
Details · HB 1332

Alleged victim’s parents get notified first.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1330 · 89RNo flags

bill shortens the wait for an academic fresh start

Companion SB 365 became lawInitial review
Rep. Donna Howard (D-48)
Details · HB 1330

The colleges can ignore grades less than ten years old.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 4523 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 2 Republicans, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1329 · 89RNo flags

two new district courts for Brazoria County

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cody Vasut (R-25)
Details · HB 1329

The 490th starts September 1, 2025. The 491st waits a year.

QUICK READ: 125 WORDS The bill as filed runs 125 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 Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1327 · 89RNo flags

bill extends the Harris County Hospital District program two years

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Sam Harless (R-126)
Details · HB 1327

The provider participation program runs two more years.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 28, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Sam Harless (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Borris Miles (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1324 · 89RNo flags

Olcott Bill Ends The High School Route To In-State Tuition

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Mike Olcott (R-60)
Details · HB 1324

A Texas diploma and three years here no longer count. Students without federal authorization pay nonresident rates.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1117 by Rep. Leo-Wilson (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Higher Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1323 · 89RNo flags

bill rewriting the A-F school rating rules

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-49)
Details · HB 1323

The commissioner must “ensure a cut score” for an “A”.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5181 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1322 · 89RNo flags

bill gives small cities 90 days to approve plats

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 1322

Under 10,000 people? 90 days instead of 30. Miss it, the plat’s approved.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Land & Resource Management committee on Apr 3, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

HB 1321 · 89RNo flags

bill creating online voter registration

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Penny Morales Shaw (D-148)
Details · HB 1321

Secretary of state builds it with DPS and the Department of Information Resources.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 675 by Rep. Bucy (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 371 · 89RNo flags

bill requires written parent approval for sex ed

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Donna Campbell (R-25)
Details · SB 371

A separate form, sent at least 14 days ahead.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 163 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on Apr 1, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Public Education committee.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 369 · 89RNo flags

bill adds an appraisal process to auto insurance policies

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-5)
Details · SB 369

Disputes over the amount of a loss go to appraisal.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1437 by Rep. Clardy (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the Senate Business & Commerce committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 368 · 89RNo flags

bill lets tax-credit housing favor school district staff

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)
Details · SB 368

Teachers and district employees get an occupancy preference.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2328 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the Senate Local Government committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 367 · 89RNo flags

bill makes schools follow local health authority orders

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)
Details · SB 367

Mask orders included, notwithstanding any other law.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 700 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the Senate Health & Human Services committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 366 · 89RNo flags

Eckhardt Bill Widens Who Counts As A HUB Owner

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)
Details · SB 366

Owners with disabilities, or who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex or asexual, qualify.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 877 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the Senate Business & Commerce committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 365 · 89RNo flags

bill shortens the wait for an academic fresh start

Became lawInitial review
Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)
Details · SB 365

Grades between five and ten years old can be ignored too.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 6, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R SB 200 (Vetoed). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

SB 364 · 89RNo flags

bill drops the 2009 cutoff for foster youth tuition exemption

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Sarah Eckhardt (D-14)
Details · SB 364

The September 1, 2009 cutoff goes for adopted former foster youth.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 937 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 14, 2024 and referred to the Senate Education K-16 committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 14, 2024

Sources

Derived stock: 47 measures filed November 14, 2024 in 89R. 37 bills and joint resolutions, 10 other resolutions. Snapshot Nov 1, 2026 at 3:16 PM CST.

Counts come from the stored Texas Legislative Council bill records. Grades, headlines and charges follow the published record.

Headline, summary and grade are analysis of the bill text, not a finding about any person.

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