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January 30, 2025

78 filed

HB 2294 · 89RNo flags

bill paying Texas Rising Star providers the top rate

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Senfronia Thompson (D-141)
Details · HB 2294

Boards can pay their top rate even when the provider charges less.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1834 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2292 · 89RNo flags

bill barring schools from sending kids home as discipline

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Alma A. Allen (D-131)
Details · HB 2292

No calling a parent to send a student home early.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 773 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2291 · 89RSmells

Lowe Birth Certificate Bill Bans Reissues, Leaves Amending Certificates Unclear

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. David Lowe (R-91)
Details · HB 2291

No reissued certificate with a changed sex. The amending certificate route stays in the text.

The hole
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 162 by Sen. Perry (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2290 · 89RSmells

Johnson Bill Lets Colleges Offer Health Plans Outside Insurance Rules

Companion SB 1409 became lawReviewed
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 2290

Colleges offering coverage aren’t health insurers. Enrollees sign a notice saying it isn’t regulated insurance.

Carve-out
DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 3371 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2288 · 89RNo flags

bill adding a defense in protective order cases

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Harold V. Dutton Jr. (D-142)
Details · HB 2288

Respondents can argue family violence won’t happen again. They must prove it.

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee 6-3 on May 1, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 13, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2287 · 89RNo flags

bill making judges liable for improper personal bond releases

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-130)
Details · HB 2287

Judges and magistrates on the hook for the wrong personal bond release.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2117 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee on Apr 16, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2286 · 89RNo flags

some interior designers get ten more years for the exam

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Tom Craddick (R-82)
Details · HB 2286

Deadline moves from September 1, 2027 to September 1, 2037.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Tom Craddick (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Judith Zaffirini (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.QUICK READ: 129 WORDS The bill as filed runs 129 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 Jan 30, 2025

HB 2284 · 89RSmells

Johnson Music Therapist Bill Adds A Seven-Member Advisory Board

Did not passReviewed
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 2284

No license, no music therapy, from September 1, 2026. The caption skips the new board.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 667 (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 9, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2283 · 89RNo flags

bill letting epinephrine programs use nasal sprays

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Philip Cortez (D-117)
Details · HB 2283

Any FDA-approved epinephrine delivery device, not just auto-injectors.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.DOORSTOP: 6,798 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,798 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 Jan 30, 2025

HB 2282 · 89RNo flags

bill raising the arrest warrant fee from $50 to $75

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Janie Lopez (R-37)
Details · HB 2282

Convicted defendants pay $75 for the warrant, up from $50.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 2338 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2281 · 89RNo flags

Jones Bill Makes Voter Registration Automatic At DPS

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jolanda "Jo" Jones (D-147)
Details · HB 2281

Get a license, get registered, unless you opt out. DPS sends the data every business day.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3683 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2280 · 89RNo flags

Schofield Bill Bars HOA Demands Over Political Signs

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Mike Schofield (R-132)
Details · HB 2280

No letter, e-mail or oral demand unless the sign breaks a covenant. Win, get attorney’s fees.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2279 · 89RNo flags

bill canceling registrations off jury citizenship lists

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Mike Schofield (R-132)
Details · HB 2279

Excused from jury service over citizenship? Registration canceled right away.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 862 (Did not pass) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Elections committee 7-2 on Apr 28, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2276 · 89RNo flags

bill adding behavior analysis to telehealth benefits

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Donna Howard (D-48)
Details · HB 2276

Medicaid and CHIP recipients get applied behavior analysis remotely.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2190 by Sen. Zaffirini (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Human Services committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2275 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping surplus lines arbitration in Texas

Companion SB 455 became lawInitial review
Rep. Matt Morgan (R-26)
Details · HB 2275

Arbitration in Texas, under Texas law, and the policy too.

BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 5144 by Rep. Ann Johnson (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 Jan 30, 2025

HB 2274 · 89RSmells

Schatzline Penalties Bill Also Cuts Some Felonies To Misdemeanors

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Nate Schatzline (R-93)
Details · HB 2274

Caption: “increasing criminal penalties.” Bill: some felonies drop to misdemeanors, old offenses repealed. Nine-member commission too.

New fee, fund, board or appointeesCaption mismatch
DOORSTOP: 5,218 WORDS The bill as filed runs 5,218 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 Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2272 · 89RNo flags

bill having registrars mail residence confirmation notices

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Matt Morgan (R-26)
Details · HB 2272

Certain voters get a notice in the mail.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1134 by Rep. Jetton (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2271 · 89RNo flags

bill making day-care centers report open slots

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Armando Walle (D-140)
Details · HB 2271

Capacity, enrollment and openings go on the commission’s availability portal.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 10, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2269 · 89RNo flags

bill barring HOAs from requiring grass lawns

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)
Details · HB 2269

Associations can’t make homeowners plant or keep living grass or turf.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2268 · 89RNo flags

Commission powers to create listed special districts would expire

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)
Details · HB 2268

Existing districts remain valid. Pending petitions follow the law in effect when filed.

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

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2267 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring fence line air monitoring at concrete plants

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)
Details · HB 2267

Aggregate, concrete crushing and batch plants watch their own emissions.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3658 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Environmental Regulation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2266 · 89RNo flags

bill putting some rock crushing permits first in line

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)
Details · HB 2266

Operators who restored their old site within 180 days go first.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3624 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 8, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Natural Resources committee.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2263 · 89RNo flags

bill for a pregnancy resources page on Texas.gov

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Caroline Fairly (R-87)
Details · HB 2263

One mobile-friendly page listing pregnancy-related resources and information.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2381 by Sen. Paxton (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2262 · 89RNo flags

bill putting price signs at every toll lane entrance

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Chris Turner (D-101)
Details · HB 2262

Current price, toll lane time, free lane time. Pick your poison.

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 House Transportation subcommittee on Transportation Funding on Mar 31, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2261 · 89RNo flags

bill ending the Sunday ban on liquor sales

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. John H. Bucy III (D-136)
Details · HB 2261

Liquor gets beer hours. Still dry on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1670 by Rep. Jetton (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Licensing & Administrative Procedures committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2260 · 89RNo flags

Martinez Fischer Bill Makes Elected Officers Pay Whistleblower Judgments Themselves

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer (D-116)
Details · HB 2260

Direct the firing, pay the judgment yourself. No immunity, and pending cases count.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4688 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2259 · 89RNo flags

bill setting the font for mail-in ballot instructions

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Mano DeAyala (R-133)
Details · HB 2259

One page, portrait, Calibri or Aptos, 12-point. Bold where it counts.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Mano DeAyala (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Judith Zaffirini (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2257 · 89RSmells

Louderback Bill’s ‘Required Agreements’ Only Make Sheriffs Apply

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. AJ Louderback (R-30)
Details · HB 2257

Caption: required agreements. Bill: apply and try “in good faith.” Small counties get until July 2028.

Delayed startCaption mismatch
ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Intergovernmental Affairs subcommittee on County & Regional Government. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2256 · 89RSmells

Goodwin Bill Ends Blanket Bonds, Existing Wells Wait Until 2030

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vikki Goodwin (D-47)
Details · HB 2256

Individual-bond filers pay into a plugging fund. Dry holes are exempt.

Corrected Oct 31, 2026 We checked this summary against the bill text and fixed it.

Delayed startNew fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3839 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Energy Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2254 · 89RNo flags

how PPO and EPO plans may pay primary care doctors

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Lacey Hull (R-138)
Details · HB 2254

Fee-for-service, capitation or a mix. And it’s not the business of insurance.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on Jun 20, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2253 · 89RNo flags

bill letting locals cancel elections after a disaster

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Salman Bhojani (D-92)
Details · HB 2253

Disaster within 90 days of election day? Cancel, at least 74 days out.

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 4621 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2251 · 89RNo flags

bill widening the exceptions to the abortion ban

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vikki Goodwin (D-47)
Details · HB 2251

Health risks, lethal fetal anomalies, dangerous miscarriages, sexual assault and incest.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2250 · 89RNo flags

bill widening the offense for kids reaching firearms

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vikki Goodwin (D-47)
Details · HB 2250

Under 18 now, loaded or not. Secure means unloaded and locked up.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 253 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2249 · 89RNo flags

Bernal’s bill paying college students to become teachers

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Diego M. Bernal (D-123)
Details · HB 2249

Up to $10,000 a year for four years. Then teach.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 74 (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on Apr 25, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

HB 2247 · 89RSmells

Garcia Family Violence Court Bill Can Seal Records After Conviction

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Josey Garcia (D-124)
Details · HB 2247

Caption: a specialty court and fees. Bill: graduates can get dismissal and sealed arrest records.

Caption mismatchNew fee, fund, board or appointees
FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the creation of a specialty court for individuals who commit family violence; imposing fees for participation.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the House Corrections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1026 · 89RNo flags

Hughes Bill Makes Attorney General Prosecute Stalled Election Cases

Did not passInitial review
Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-1)
Details · SB 1026

A local prosecutor sits on a police report six months, and the attorney general must act.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 1195 (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on Apr 30, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the State Affairs committee.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1025 · 89RNo flags

Bettencourt’s bill puts tax hikes in capital letters on ballots

Became lawInitial review
Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-7)
Details · SB 1025

“THIS IS A TAX INCREASE,” same font size. No small print!

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 24, 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 1252 (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1024 · 89RSmells

Bettencourt Bill Bans Notes After Failed Bond Votes, Except Under $5M

Did not passReviewed
Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-7)
Details · SB 1024

Voters said no? Under $5M in debt service, the project can still be financed this way.

The hole
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2035 (Vetoed) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on Mar 31, 2025. Died in the House: voted out of the Pensions, Investments & Financial Services committee 5-3, no floor vote.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1023 · 89RNo flags

bill tweaks the tax rate worksheets

Became law, effective Jan 1, 2026Initial review
Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-7)
Details · SB 1023

New math for no-new-revenue and voter-approval rates.

BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R SB 1998 (Vetoed). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1022 · 89RNo flags

Kolkhorst Bill Puts Utility Tree Clearing On Its Own Charge

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-18)
Details · SB 1022

Utilities recover the costs within about 90 days. Prudence can’t be challenged until a later reconciliation.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the Senate Business & Commerce committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1017 · 89RNo flags

$100M in revenue bonds for El Paso student success building

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. César Blanco (D-29)
Details · SB 1017

Plus related roads and infrastructure.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 847 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 30, 2025 and referred to the Senate Education K-16 committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1015 · 89RNo flags

new formula for returning excess probate court fees

Did not passInitial review
Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-21)
Details · SB 1015

Counties that paid in more than they got back get the excess.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Judith Zaffirini (D) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Jeff Leach (R) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 6, 2025. Died in the House: voted out of the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee 10-0, no floor vote.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

SB 1012 · 89RNo flags

state offers two Austin tracts for sale

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-18)
Details · SB 1012

About 20 acres on Shoal Creek Boulevard, 7.5 acres on W. 45th Street.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 4025 by Rep. Howard (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Lois Kolkhorst (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Donna Howard (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Jan 30, 2025

Sources

Derived stock: 78 measures filed January 30, 2025 in 89R. 65 bills and joint resolutions, 13 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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