Monitoring the Session
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February 12, 2025

125 filed

HB 2765 · 89RNo flags

Guillen Bill Stretches “Rural” To Counties Of 200,000 People

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 2765

Up from 75,000! Mineral extraction now qualifies, and grants and loans each get a $1M cap.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on Jun 20, 2025.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Ryan Guillen (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 Feb 12, 2025

HB 2763 · 89RNo flags

Starr County TxDOT building named for Eddie Gracia

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 2763

One building, one very long name, ending in “Maintenance Facility.”

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 HB 5342 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2761 · 89RNo flags

Bill closing a defense in child trafficking cases

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 2761

Traffickers can’t argue the child or disabled person lacked the mental state.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Ann Johnson (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Tan Parker (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2760 · 89RNo flags

bill naming the courts for unemployment benefit appeals

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Denise Villalobos (R-34)
Details · HB 2760

County court at law or district court. The old phrase is gone.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Denise Villalobos (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Carol Alvarado (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2759 · 89RNo flags

bill narrowing the felon gun ban to certain felonies

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Wes Virdell (R-53)
Details · HB 2759

The firearm offense covers only certain felonies now, not all of them.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2758 · 89RNo flags

Bryant bill updating laws for same-sex marriage

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. John Bryant (D-114)
Details · HB 2758

Gender-neutral family law, and the homosexual conduct section goes.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5031 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2757 · 89RNo flags

bill on school age for foreign military kids

Became lawInitial review
Rep. James Frank (R-69)
Details · HB 2757

Boards can admit them if they hit school age during the year.

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 Feb 12, 2025

HB 2756 · 89RNo flags

Thompson bill on de-escalation training for prison staff

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Senfronia Thompson (D-141)
Details · HB 2756

Crisis intervention, suicide prevention, fewer restraints.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Senfronia Thompson (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Joan Huffman (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2755 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring vaccine exemption reports

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jon E. Rosenthal (D-135)
Details · HB 2755

Every two years, outbreaks and exemption counts. No names.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2754 · 89RNo flags

Garcia Bill Sets Up Grants For Homeless Veteran Treatment Providers

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Josey Garcia (D-124)
Details · HB 2754

Providers must treat at least 100 veterans. Agency uses existing resources. Program ends September 1, 2027.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4185 by Rep. Bailes (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs subcommittee on Defense & Veterans' Affairs on Apr 7, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2753 · 89RNo flags

bill letting harassment victims sue directly

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cassandra Garcia Hernandez (D-115)
Details · HB 2753

No complaint with the state civil rights agency first.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1999 by Rep. Julie Johnson (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development subcommittee on Workforce. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2751 · 89RNo flags

Railroad Commission recusal bill

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vikki Goodwin (D-47)
Details · HB 2751

Commissioners step aside on matters with businesses they profit from. $5,000 line.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1296 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2749 · 89RNo flags

Orr bill on sex offender child safety zones

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Angelia Orr (R-13)
Details · HB 2749

Counties of 300,000 or fewer can keep top-risk offenders away.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1409 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Intergovernmental Affairs subcommittee on County & Regional Government. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2747 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring notice of health care mergers

Did not passInitial review
Rep. James Frank (R-69)
Details · HB 2747

Tell the attorney general at least 90 days before.

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Public Health committee 8-4 on Apr 28, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2746 · 89RSmells

Campos Bill Lets The Housing Department Never Start The Pilot

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Elizabeth "Liz" Campos (D-119)
Details · HB 2746

Text-to-donate for homeless services is a “may.” If it starts, overhead takes up to 10 percent.

List of feelingsNew fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 834 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2744 · 89RNo flags

State contractors would need E-verify participation

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Cody Vasut (R-25)
Details · HB 2744

Contractors and subcontractors must use the system throughout their state contracts.

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

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3846 by Rep. Toth (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2738 · 89RNo flags

bill dropping the state ID card from voter ID

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Carrie Isaac (R-73)
Details · HB 2738

The DPS personal identification card no longer gets you a ballot.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2736 · 89RNo flags

Cain bill requiring two-thirds for bond elections

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Briscoe Cain (R-128)
Details · HB 2736

Bond and tax hikes need two-thirds of voters, in November.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2735 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping e-cigarette ads 1,000 feet from schools

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Charles Cunningham (R-127)
Details · HB 2735

Same rule tobacco signs already follow near churches and schools.

BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 2118 by Rep. Shaheen (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2734 · 89RSmells

Holt Fraud Bill Takes Benefits Lies Up To First-Degree Felony

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Janis Holt (R-18)
Details · HB 2734

Class C misdemeanor under $100. First-degree felony at $300K or more. Existing law may already cover it.

Already a crime
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to public assistance program fraud; creating a criminal offense.”PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Human Services committee on Apr 29, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2733 · 89RNo flags

Canales Bill Extends Barratry Ban To Social Media DMs

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Terry Canales (D-40)
Details · HB 2733

Soliciting accident victims by direct message counts the same as by phone.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Terry Canales (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Tan Parker (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2732 · 89RNo flags

bill canceling school on Veterans Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Pat Curry (R-56)
Details · HB 2732

Joins Memorial Day on the no-class list.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2731 · 89RNo flags

more counties can regulate roadside vendors

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. (D-36)
Details · HB 2731

Threshold drops from 1.3 million people to 500,000.

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 Feb 12, 2025

HB 2730 · 89RNo flags

bill limiting homestead exemption re-checks

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Drew Darby (R-72)
Details · HB 2730

Appraisers need a reason and must put it in writing.

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

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2729 · 89RNo flags

bill barring hearsay from parole revocation hearings

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Harold V. Dutton Jr. (D-142)
Details · HB 2729

No hearsay at parole and mandatory supervision revocations.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 930 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Corrections committee on Apr 30, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2728 · 89RNo flags

something about spoliation of evidence

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Harold V. Dutton Jr. (D-142)
Details · HB 2728

Negligently lost evidence favors defendants. Intentional loss can get charges dismissed.

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

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 946 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee on Apr 29, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2727 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring background checks at gun shows

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2727

No check, no record, new offense.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2276 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2726 · 89RNo flags

bill on jury arguments after a late instruction

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Salman Bhojani (D-92)
Details · HB 2726

New instruction mid-closing? Each side argues again.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5159 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2725 · 89RNo flags

bill adding first responders to toll discounts

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Sheryl Cole (D-46)
Details · HB 2725

Paramedics, peace officers and firefighters join veterans.

QUICK READ: 136 WORDS The bill as filed runs 136 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 Transportation committee.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2723 · 89RNo flags

burial land tax exemption without an application

Became law, effective Jan 1, 2026Initial review
Rep. Charles Cunningham (R-127)
Details · HB 2723

When the owner can’t be identified, the appraiser grants it anyway.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Charles Cunningham (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Royce West (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2722 · 89RNo flags

bill denying air permits that hit low-income areas harder

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2722

Combined effects with nearby facilities count too.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4785 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Environmental Regulation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2721 · 89RNo flags

Toth bill for a “Gulf of America” sign

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Steve Toth (R-15)
Details · HB 2721

TxDOT puts it on Interstate 45 near Galveston.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Transportation committee on Apr 29, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2720 · 89RSmells

Anchía Bill Hands Texas Electors To The National Vote Winner

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2720

Even if the winner lost Texas. Waits on states with a majority of electoral votes.

Delayed start
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 237 by Rep. Goodwin (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2719 · 89RNo flags

bill renaming the Railroad Commission of Texas

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2719

Now the Texas Oil, Gas, and Minerals Commission. Railroads not included.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4788 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Energy Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2718 · 89RNo flags

bill setting aside military grant money for small counties

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. J. M. Lozano (R-43)
Details · HB 2718

At least 20 percent for counties under 50,000 people.

QUICK READ: 133 WORDS The bill as filed runs 133 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 Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs subcommittee on Defense & Veterans' Affairs. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2717 · 89RNo flags

Anchía bill equalizing pay for the wrongfully imprisoned

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2717

Paid before September 1, 2009? Get topped up to the newer rates.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1453 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Appropriations committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2716 · 89RNo flags

bill ending two-year lookback in custody cases

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Pat Curry (R-56)
Details · HB 2716

Family violence history counts no matter how old.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence subcommittee on Family & Fiduciary Relationships on Mar 31, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2714 · 89RNo flags

Anchía Bill Turns High School Student Cards Into Voter ID

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2714

Schools must hand every high schooler a photo card. Local government cards count too.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1477 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2713 · 89RNo flags

bill shrinking which cities can drop civil service

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Drew Darby (R-72)
Details · HB 2713

The population cap falls from under 950,000 to under 70,000.

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 Feb 12, 2025

HB 2711 · 89RSmells

Vo’s Bed Registry Bill Orders A Report, Builds No Registry

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Hubert Vo (D-149)
Details · HB 2711

Report due September 1, 2026. The work group and the law expire in 2027.

Study, task force, commission, reportNew fee, fund, board or appointees
BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 803 by Rep. Thierry (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2708 · 89RNo flags

Allen bill widening criminal record sealing

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Alma A. Allen (D-131)
Details · HB 2708

More people qualify for nondisclosure, including some felonies.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2300 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Corrections committee on Apr 30, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2707 · 89RNo flags

bill licensing legal paraprofessionals

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D-120)
Details · HB 2707

Non-lawyers doing limited legal work in six specialties get a license.

FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the licensing and regulation of certain legal paraprofessionals; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2706 · 89RNo flags

bill delaying possession in eminent domain fights

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-45)
Details · HB 2706

The condemnor waits at least 180 days after the award.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2318 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Land & Resource Management committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2703 · 89RNo flags

bill making July American Patriotism Month

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Richard Peña Raymond (D-42)
Details · HB 2703

Ceremonies, but no penalty, no funding and no enforcing agency. Just the label.

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 Richard Peña Raymond (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Bob Hall (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2702 · 89RSmells

Veterans Clubs Stay Open In A Disaster, Unless It’s Natural

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Richard Peña Raymond (D-42)
Details · HB 2702

Governor’s orders can’t limit them, except “during a natural disaster.” Only the other kind counts.

The hole
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 558 (Vetoed) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 2, 2025. Died in the Senate: left pending in the State Affairs committee.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2701 · 89RSmells

RV Park Bill Sets A Ceiling On Local Safety Rules

Did not passNeeds review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 2701

Caption: construction standards. Bill: no city or county can go stricter on fire, propane or electrical.

Caption mismatch
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1286 (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on Apr 23, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2700 · 89RNo flags

bill defining holster

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2700

A leather, fabric or plastic case for a handgun. Now in the Penal Code.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2699 · 89RSmells

Roma Truck Permits Cost Up To $200 A Trip, Plus Inflation

Died in committeeNeeds review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 2699

Trucks up to 125,000 pounds on four Starr County roads. Roma keeps up to 15 percent.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to an optional procedure for the issuance of a permit by City of Roma for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles carrying cargo in Starr County; authorizing a fee.”PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Transportation committee on May 1, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2698 · 89RNo flags

Anchía bill on lawyers for poor habeas applicants

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2698

Courts appoint a lawyer for any claim likely to win relief.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 352 by Rep. Jessica González (Did not pass) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee 8-0 on May 8, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 14, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2697 · 89RNo flags

bill adding a step for bail bond companies

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 2697

In felony cases, the surety tells the prosecutor first.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Rafael Anchía (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Joan Huffman (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2696 · 89RSmells

Ten Commandments Bill Leaves The Posters To Donors

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Candy Noble (R-89)
Details · HB 2696

Required in every classroom. Buying the poster “is not required.” No donation, bare classrooms!

The hole
DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 3448 (Died in committee). 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 Feb 12, 2025

HB 2694 · 89RNo flags

Brazoria Drainage District No. 4 elections move to May

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Cody Vasut (R-25)
Details · HB 2694

Four-year staggered terms. Run for another office and you resign.

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).DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 5387 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2693 · 89RNo flags

Relating to designating January 6 as Defenders of the United States Capitol Recognition Day.

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jessica González (D-104)
Details · HB 2693

The bill names January 6 each year as Defenders of the United States Capitol Recognition Day in state law.

QUICK READ: 142 WORDS The bill as filed runs 142 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 Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

HB 2692 · 89RNo flags

bill putting San Antonio River Authority law in one chapter

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 2692

Scattered old laws in, one clearer statute out. Two-cent tax cap included.

NO AUTOGRAPH Became law without the governor's signature on May 29, 2025.DOORSTOP: 12,101 WORDS The bill as filed runs 12,101 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 Feb 12, 2025

HJR 137 · 89RNot graded

Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees.

Died in committee
Rep. Charlie Geren (R-99)
Details · HJR 137

Not graded. The reader grades bills, not resolutions.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

SB 1253 · 89RNo flags

builders who save water get impact fee credits

VetoedInitial review
Sen. Charles Perry (R-28)
Details · SB 1253

For facilities that save or reuse water.

FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (enrolled) reads: “relating to impact and production fees for certain water projects and to the regulation of certain wells; authorizing a fee.”

Filed Feb 12, 2025

SB 1242 · 89RNo flags

TSTC land buys skip Coordinating Board review

Became lawInitial review
Sen. Brian Birdwell (R-22)
Details · SB 1242

The $300,000 review rule is struck.

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 Feb 12, 2025

SB 1240 · 89RNo flags

brewers can move their own beer between their own locations

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-11)
Details · SB 1240

During legal hours, under state rules.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2285 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 12, 2025

SB 21 · 89RSmells

Schwertner Bitcoin Reserve Bill Lets The Comptroller Use Derivatives

Became lawReviewed
Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-5)
Details · SB 21

The fund sits outside the treasury. His investment rules exemption now covers all state funds he invests.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the Senate adopted the conference committee report. 3 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.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 Feb 12, 2025

Sources

Derived stock: 125 measures filed February 12, 2025 in 89R. 100 bills and joint resolutions, 25 other resolutions. Snapshot Nov 1, 2026 at 3:17 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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