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March 12, 2025

374 filed

HB 4716 · 89RNo flags

Hopper’s bill on business filings and attorney general probes

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4716

Allows attorney-general interviews and evidence gathering after notices to correct business violations.

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

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4715 · 89RNo flags

appraisal districts renamed by county code number

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4715

Names become Appraisal District and a number.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Ways & Means subcommittee on Property Tax Appraisals. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4714 · 89RNo flags

Hopper’s bill on DPS testing evidence for controlled substances

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4714

DPS must test drug evidence regardless of quantity. Late testing means reimbursing another lab.

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

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4713 · 89RNo flags

Arbitration claims would use the same deadlines as lawsuits

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Jeff Leach (R-67)
Details · HB 4713

Filing suit in a proper court pauses the arbitration deadline for that claim.

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

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee on Apr 30, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4710 · 89RNo flags

Hopper’s bill on traveling with a child for gender procedures

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4710

First-degree felony to take a Texas child out of state for one.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to traveling with a child to facilitate the provision of certain gender transitioning or gender reassignment procedures or treatments to that child; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4709 · 89RNo flags

specialty plate for Vietnam Dustoff Crews medal recipients

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4709

The plate shows the medal’s name and a picture of it.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4708 · 89RNo flags

Ethics commission enforcement would cover only government officers and employees

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Brent Money (R-2)
Details · HB 4708

The restriction applies to every law the commission administers or enforces.

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

QUICK READ: 95 WORDS The bill as filed runs 95 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 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4707 · 89RSmells

Hopper School Bill Leaves Status Checks Up To Each District

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Andy Hopper (R-64)
Details · HB 4707

Students without lawful status lose state money. Proof can be little or nothing, district’s call.

The hole
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4668 by Rep. Bumgarner (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4703 · 89RNo flags

comptroller writes rules on what counts as comparable

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Chris Turner (D-101)
Details · HB 4703

Similar properties, same appraisal district where practicable.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Ways & Means subcommittee on Property Tax Appraisals on Apr 17, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4702 · 89RNo flags

universities must consider test scores for non-automatic admits

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Suleman Lalani (D-76)
Details · HB 4702

Freshmen not automatically admitted get their scores weighed.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 518 by Sen. Kolkhorst (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Higher Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4698 · 89RNo flags

grant program for full-service community schools

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Linda Garcia (D-107)
Details · HB 4698

Funded by whatever money lawmakers set aside.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 822 by Sen. Johnson (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4696 · 89RNo flags

protective order applicants can testify remotely

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Linda Garcia (D-107)
Details · HB 4696

Courts must allow it if they ask in writing.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 698 by Rep. Neave Criado (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 14, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4695 · 89RNo flags

30-day clock covers the whole plat package

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Wes Virdell (R-53)
Details · HB 4695

Construction drawings, traffic studies and drainage reports too.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Land & Resource Management committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4693 · 89RNo flags

rules for businesses charging veterans for claims help

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Janie Lopez (R-37)
Details · HB 4693

No upfront fees, no guarantees, max five times the monthly benefit increase.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4692 · 89RNo flags

Lalani’s radioactive waste bill edits a few words

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Suleman Lalani (D-76)
Details · HB 4692

Reactor-site exception swaps operating for operational and formerly operational.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4690 · 89RNo flags

motor fuel must meet the latest ASTM standards

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-17)
Details · HB 4690

Gasoline and ethanol blends meet ASTM D4814 at all times, with exceptions.

BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 30, 2025: the House concurred in the Senate amendments. 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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4689 · 89RNo flags

cities annexing land next to railroad rights-of-way

Companion SB 250 became lawInitial review
Rep. Hillary Hickland (R-55)
Details · HB 4689

Every owner must agree. Section 43.054 strip-width rule doesn’t apply.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 2956 by Rep. Shine (Vetoed). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4687 · 89RNo flags

certain charter campuses get school district lawsuit immunity

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D-120)
Details · HB 4687

Adult education charter holders, employees, volunteers and board members too.

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).CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Paul Bettencourt (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4679 · 89RNo flags

rental car toll fees capped at $5 a day

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vincent Perez (D-77)
Details · HB 4679

And never more than the tolls you actually ran up.

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).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4678 · 89RNo flags

school districts running campuses inside other districts

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Vincent Perez (D-77)
Details · HB 4678

Both boards must approve by majority vote first.

QUICK READ: 110 WORDS The bill as filed runs 110 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 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4677 · 89RNo flags

15 Days Late On Permits? Outside Reviewers Take Over

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cody Harris (R-8)
Details · HB 4677

Any International Code Council certified inspector qualifies. The city or county isn’t liable for their work.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Land & Resource Management committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4676 · 89RNo flags

workers’ comp networks for cities and counties get a name

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Chris Turner (D-101)
Details · HB 4676

“political subdivision network” is the term, with tougher rules attached.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development subcommittee on Workforce on Apr 29, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4675 · 89RNo flags

Hefner’s bill on guns and people not lawfully present

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Cole Hefner (R-5)
Details · HB 4675

Possessing a firearm becomes a state offense for people not lawfully present.

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee 8-0 on Apr 24, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4674 · 89RNo flags

Jones Bill Locks In Coverage For Drugs You Already Take

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Venton Jones (D-100)
Details · HB 4674

No dropping it, no step therapy, no higher tier at renewal. Other changes need 60 days’ notice.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 826 by Rep. Lambert (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Insurance committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4673 · 89RNo flags

copay help counts toward your deductible

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Venton Jones (D-100)
Details · HB 4673

Insurers must count copay help toward deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4671 · 89RNo flags

bill on deputy early voting clerk appointments

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Matt Morgan (R-26)
Details · HB 4671

No deputy early voting clerks for primaries or general elections under the subchapter.

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 Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4669 · 89RNo flags

Port of Beaumont commissioners’ monthly pay: $500 to $750

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Christian Manuel (D-22)
Details · HB 4669

The board president goes from $550 to $850.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5319 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 16, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Transportation committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4668 · 89RNo flags

King Bill Lets Utility Regulators Hire Lawyers On Your Tab

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Ken King (R-88)
Details · HB 4668

The utility fronts up to $1.5M a year. Customers repay it, plus carrying charges!

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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4666 · 89RNo flags

bill trimming three Medicaid report deadlines

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Christian Manuel (D-22)
Details · HB 4666

Three reports move to once every even-numbered 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).CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Christian Manuel (D) in the House. Lead sponsor Kelly Hancock (R) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4664 · 89RNo flags

Allen’s bill requiring schools to accommodate lactating students

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Alma A. Allen (D-131)
Details · HB 4664

Covers middle and high school students who need to express breast milk.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 1174 by Sen. Eckhardt (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4661 · 89RNo flags

Lopez’s bill on clearing beaches for space launches

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Janie Lopez (R-37)
Details · HB 4661

Commissioners courts must remove unauthorized people from the launch hazard area.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the closure of beaches for space flight activities; creating a criminal offense.”STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee 7-2 on Apr 28, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4655 · 89RNo flags

bill adding money skills to foster youth life training

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Rep. Lacey Hull (R-138)
Details · HB 4655

Credit scores, payday lending, car financing and renters insurance join the list.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Lacey Hull (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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4654 · 89RSmells

Notary Seal Offense Can Be Stacked On Any Other Law

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Angelia Orr (R-13)
Details · HB 4654

A new Class A misdemeanor. Prosecute under “this section, the other law, or both.”

Already a crime
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to creating a criminal offense for the use of a notary seal or counterfeit seal on a fraudulent document or instrument.”

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4652 · 89RNo flags

Lowe’s bill closing Texas primaries

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. David Lowe (R-91)
Details · HB 4652

Pick a party when registering. Everyone else gets a provisional ballot.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to voter registration and affiliation with a political party; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4649 · 89RNo flags

bill dropping the $1,000 crash report threshold

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Benjamin Bumgarner (R-63)
Details · HB 4649

New test: can the vehicle still be safely driven?

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4645 · 89RSmells

Morales Bill Gives Maverick County A 365th District Attorney

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Eddie Morales (D-74)
Details · HB 4645

Its own prosecutor for both district courts. The 293rd keeps only Dimmit and Zavala.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4644 · 89RNo flags

bill lowering the penalty for cockfighting

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Eddie Morales (D-74)
Details · HB 4644

Every form of the offense gets a lighter punishment.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4632 · 89RNo flags

Texas Energy Fund payout deadline becomes a case-by-case call

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Todd Hunter (R-32)
Details · HB 4632

The December 31, 2025 cutoff bends if market factors call for it.

QUICK READ: 122 WORDS The bill as filed runs 122 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 12, 2025

HB 4630 · 89RNo flags

Kitzman’s bill trimming artesian well law

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Stan Kitzman (R-85)
Details · HB 4630

Several sections repealed. Remaining rules apply only outside groundwater districts.

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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4624 · 89RSmells

Bill Also Bars The ‘Nonviolent Romantic Or Sexual Advance’ Defense

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Joe Moody (D-78)
Details · HB 4624

Caption: gender identity or sexual orientation. Bill: any nonviolent advance, whoever makes it.

Caption mismatch
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4596 by Rep. Hinojosa (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4623 · 89RNo flags

School abuse lawsuits gain a new route

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Reviewed
Rep. Mitch Little (R-65)
Details · HB 4623

School liability requires gross negligence, recklessness or intentional misconduct. Damages have a cap.

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

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4620 · 89RNo flags

bill on program access for female inmates

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Alma A. Allen (D-131)
Details · HB 4620

Parenting, trauma healing and financial literacy programs get promoted.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1539 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Corrections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4611 · 89RNo flags

bill moving adoption registries online

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Shelby Slawson (R-59)
Details · HB 4611

Apply and pay online. Staff try e-mail when a match stalls.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 14, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Health & Human Services committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4609 · 89RNo flags

Dean Bill on the Texas Municipal Retirement System

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jay Dean (R-7)
Details · HB 4609

Drops city contribution-rate caps. Actuaries must find new benefits fundable within the amortization period.

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

GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 12, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Finance committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4608 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring governments to post audit reports online

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Christina Morales (D-145)
Details · HB 4608

Final audit reports go online within 30 days.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 537 by Rep. Wu (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Delivery of Government Efficiency committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4607 · 89RNo flags

bill letting tax-credit apartments prefer teachers

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson (R-23)
Details · HB 4607

School district employees get first preference for units.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2328 by Sen. Eckhardt (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Intergovernmental Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4606 · 89RSmells

Foreign Land Ban Lets Adversaries Keep What They Already Hold

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson (R-23)
Details · HB 4606

China, Russia, Iran and North Korea can’t buy. Anything bought before September 1, 2025 stays put.

The holeNew fee, fund, board or appointees
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to interests in real property held or acquired by or on behalf of certain foreign individuals or entities and the authority of the attorney general to acquire the property by eminent domain; establishing the homeland security review committee; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4604 · 89RNo flags

more nonprofits can provide service dogs to veterans

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Philip Cortez (D-117)
Details · HB 4604

A second rulebook joins Assistance Dogs International, from September 1, 2025.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4602 · 89RNo flags

grant money to clear forensic and criminal case backlogs

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 4602

Labs with the largest backlogs get priority. The pilot ends in 2027.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4600 · 89RSmells

Animal Friendly Plate Bill Names One Private Group As Design Consultant

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Pat Curry (R-56)
Details · HB 4600

The state must consult the Texas Humane Legislation Network on design. Plus unnamed animal-welfare plates.

Caption mismatchCarve-out
QUICK READ: 102 WORDS The bill as filed runs 102 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 12, 2025

HB 4597 · 89RSmells

Cain’s Foreign Land Bill Lets Existing Adversary Holdings Stay Put

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Briscoe Cain (R-128)
Details · HB 4597

The caption says “held or acquired.” Anything bought before September 1, 2025 stays.

The holeNew fee, fund, board or appointees
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to interests in real property held or acquired by or on behalf of certain foreign individuals or entities and the authority of the attorney general to acquire the property by eminent domain; establishing the homeland security review committee; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4596 · 89RNo flags

bill extending the campaign ban to individual school trustees

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Benjamin Bumgarner (R-63)
Details · HB 4596

No district resources for campaigning, including on bond propositions.

QUICK READ: 122 WORDS The bill as filed runs 122 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 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4595 · 89RNo flags

Troxclair’s bill on transporting minors for an abortion

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ellen Troxclair (R-19)
Details · HB 4595

Driving or paying for the trip without parental consent becomes an offense.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to prohibition of transporting or funding the transportation of an unemancipated minor for an abortion; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4594 · 89RNo flags

Bucy’s bill restoring votes after prison release

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. John H. Bucy III (D-136)
Details · HB 4594

Felony convictions: vote once out of prison, not after parole or probation.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 355 by Rep. Senfronia Thompson (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Elections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4592 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring a hearing before bail is denied

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 4592

No bail denial without a hearing and a right to a lawyer.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4590 · 89RNo flags

bill creating a cardiac arrest registry for Texans under 36

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Philip Cortez (D-117)
Details · HB 4590

Physicians report within 60 days, including COVID-19 test history.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4400 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4588 · 89RNo flags

Orr’s bill regulating aquatic vegetation control

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Angelia Orr (R-13)
Details · HB 4588

Treating water plants in public waters means following the state plan and rules.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the regulation of aquatic vegetation management by the Parks and Wildlife Department; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on Apr 30, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4584 · 89RSmells

Metcalf Bill’s 10-Megawatt Loan Floor Covers One Technology

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Will Metcalf (R-16)
Details · HB 4584

Emerging thermal dispatchable plants qualify at 10 megawatts. Every other plant still needs 100.

Carve-out
ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4582 · 89RSmells

Housing Bill Lets Cities Repay Only Chapter 1201 Developers

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Keith Bell (R-4)
Details · HB 4582

The statement of intent calls it “attainable housing.” A population bracket aims it at one large county.

Pitch: Corporate welfareCarve-outBracket bill
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 12, 2025. Died in the Senate: left pending in the Local Government committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4573 · 89RNo flags

Vasut’s bill on barratry lawsuits

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cody Vasut (R-25)
Details · HB 4573

Deletes the line letting clients sue after voluntarily voiding the contract.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4569 · 89RNo flags

bill requiring an appraisal process in auto insurance policies

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jay Dean (R-7)
Details · HB 4569

Every personal auto policy gets a way to settle loss disputes.

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 Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Insurance committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4566 · 89RNo flags

bill lets homeowners request HOA records by email

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Stan Kitzman (R-85)
Details · HB 4566

Certified mail no longer required. Email, hand delivery or fax work.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4565 · 89RNo flags

Curry Bill on law enforcement records access

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Pat Curry (R-56)
Details · HB 4565

Extends the police-and-prosecutor records exception to the attorney general and civil violations.

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

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House State Affairs committee on Apr 14, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4563 · 89RNo flags

bill letting therapy dogs sit with child witnesses

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Lulu Flores (D-51)
Details · HB 4563

A judge may allow a trained dog beside a child or disabled witness.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 720 by Rep. Sherman, Sr. (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Criminal Jurisprudence committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4560 · 89RNo flags

Anchía’s bill tightening deed recording rules

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 4560

Filing it yourself? Both parties swear before two witnesses and a notary.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 2 Republicans, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee on Apr 30, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4559 · 89RNo flags

bill repealing Chapter 668 of the Government Code

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Mike Olcott (R-60)
Details · HB 4559

Chapter 668, gone. The bill doesn’t say what it covered.

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).CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Mike Olcott (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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4558 · 89RNo flags

Anchía’s bill on fake deeds and liens

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 4558

Clerks notify owners and refuse to record suspect filings that can’t be backed up.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 2 Republicans, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4557 · 89RSmells

Anchía Art Therapy Bill Creates Board, Sets $183 Fee Floor

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Rafael Anchía (D-103)
Details · HB 4557

One private group, the American Art Therapy Association, gets named as a continuing education provider.

New fee, fund, board or appointeesCarve-out
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the regulation of art therapy, including the establishment of the Texas Art Therapy Board and the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a fee.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4555 · 89RNo flags

Curry’s right-to-repair bill for cars

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Pat Curry (R-56)
Details · HB 4555

Makers must share repair data and tools with owners and independent shops.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4551 · 89RNo flags

Harrison’s bill ending appointed school trustees

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Brian Harrison (R-10)
Details · HB 4551

Empty trustee seats go to voters, not the board.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2501 by Sen. Middleton (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4548 · 89RNo flags

bill widens school safety data TEA may demand

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-130)
Details · HB 4548

TEA asks for more but can’t dictate how districts submit it.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4545 · 89RNo flags

bill gives neighbors a gate into Parks and Wildlife land

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-130)
Details · HB 4545

Adjacent landowners apply for a gate and a written agreement. Fee included.

FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to access to land managed by the Parks and Wildlife Department from adjacent privately owned land; authorizing a fee.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4544 · 89RNo flags

Veterans treatment graduates could get their cases dismissed

Died in committeeReviewed
Rep. Ray Lopez (D-125)
Details · HB 4544

Requires prosecutor agreement and a hearing finding dismissal serves justice.

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

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5201 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Corrections committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4542 · 89RNo flags

U.S. Highway 79 stretch honors Cecil and Dorothy Bell

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Angelia Orr (R-13)
Details · HB 4542

The stretch runs from the Trinity River to Oakwood.

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Transportation committee 12-0 on May 1, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 13, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4540 · 89RSmells

Paul Bill Shields Sheriffs And Owners From Property-Damage Claims

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Dennis Paul (R-129)
Details · HB 4540

Three days to answer, hearing within five business days, sheriff restores the owner for a fee.

Already a crimeNew fee, fund, board or appointees
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the unauthorized entry, occupancy, sale, rental, lease, advertisement for sale, rental, or lease, or conveyance of real property, including the removal of certain unauthorized occupants of a dwelling; creating criminal offenses; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4539 · 89RNo flags

bill lets eye doctors hand out their own eye drops

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ann Johnson (D-134)
Details · HB 4539

Drops and ointments for their own patients. No pharmacy license needed.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 15, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Health & Human Services committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4538 · 89RNo flags

bill sends boat fee money to derelict vessel cleanup

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Dennis Paul (R-129)
Details · HB 4538

5 percent of boat registration money goes to a new derelict vessels account.

PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee on May 8, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4534 · 89RNo flags

Bill adding a $1M on-the-job death benefit for police

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Will Metcalf (R-16)
Details · HB 4534

The $10,000 death payment extends to all retired members.

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 12, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4531 · 89RNo flags

bill to knock out fake deeds fast

Companion SB 1734 became lawInitial review
Rep. Salman Bhojani (D-92)
Details · HB 4531

A conviction, or a sworn affidavit nobody contests within 120 days.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 2 Republicans, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4524 · 89RSmells

Martinez Bill Creates Airport Loan Fund And Oversight Committee

Did not passReviewed
Rep. Armando "Mando" Martinez (D-39)
Details · HB 4524

Loans begin by March 1, 2027. The program offers below-market interest rates.

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

New fee, fund, board or appointeesDelayed start
STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Transportation committee 10-0 on May 9, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4523 · 89RNo flags

bill exempting pass-through aviation projects from one funding rule

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Armando "Mando" Martinez (D-39)
Details · HB 4523

Covers projects the Legislature funds directly and TxDOT passes through.

QUICK READ: 101 WORDS The bill as filed runs 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).PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Transportation subcommittee on Transportation Funding on Apr 28, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4521 · 89RSmells

Martinez Bill Puts 10 Percent Fee On For-Profit Border Training Programs

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Armando "Mando" Martinez (D-39)
Details · HB 4521

Only border counties of 500K-plus with no city over 500K. The fee can’t pass to students.

Bracket billNew fee, fund, board or appointees
FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the requirements for certain emergency medical services certification providers; authorizing a fee.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Public Health committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4519 · 89RNo flags

emissions plan grants fold into one clean fleet program

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Claudia Ordaz (D-79)
Details · HB 4519

Its share of plan money goes from 5 to 27 percent!

DOORSTOP: 6,459 WORDS The bill as filed runs 6,459 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).PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Environmental Regulation committee on Apr 17, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4518 · 89RNo flags

bill creating blockchain-run nonprofit associations

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. David Cook (R-96)
Details · HB 4518

At least 100 members, smart contracts optional.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3768 by Rep. Bucy (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 15, 2025. Died in the Senate: left pending in the Business & Commerce committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4516 · 89RSmells

Guillen’s Chinese Tech Ban Covers Gear From Any Chinese Citizen

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 4516

No tie to the Chinese government needed. Ordinary clinic equipment can count.

Dragnet
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to prohibiting the use of Chinese technology to collect, process, transfer, or store biometric, genetic, or medical data; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4515 · 89RNo flags

bill widening who can seal records through nondisclosure

Did not passInitial review
Rep. David Cook (R-96)
Details · HB 4515

Adds some state jail felonies, especially drug offenses. Waits of three to five years.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4362 by Rep. Ann Johnson (Did not pass) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Corrections committee 8-0 on May 5, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 12, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4514 · 89RSmells

Guillen Bill Opens DPS Face-Matching To Paying Outside Requesters

Did not passReviewed
Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-31)
Details · HB 4514

Now limited to law enforcement. Sign an agreement, get consent, pay a fee. Vendors too.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (House committee report) reads: “relating to the use of the Department of Public Safety image verification system for the purpose of verifying an individual's identity; authorizing a fee.”STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee 10-0 on Apr 30, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 14, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4511 · 89RNo flags

bill tying wind rights to the surface owner

Did not passInitial review
Rep. John T. Smithee (R-86)
Details · HB 4511

The right to capture wind can’t be sold separately from the land.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 4204 (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House State Affairs committee 14-0 on May 7, 2025. Taken up on the floor on May 5, 2025 and stopped by a sustained point of order. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4509 · 89RNo flags

bill capping court-ordered support for disabled adult children

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Harold V. Dutton Jr. (D-142)
Details · HB 4509

Support lasts until 21, or three years if already 21 or older.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3446 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.PENDING FOREVER Heard by the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence subcommittee on Family & Fiduciary Relationships on Apr 28, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4506 · 89RNo flags

bill letting cities email or text zoning notices

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Greg Bonnen (R-24)
Details · HB 4506

U.S. mail is no longer the only option.

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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4505 · 89RSmells

Workforce Housing Fund Runs Every Dollar Through One Nonprofit

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)
Details · HB 4505

The bill’s findings promise “needed capital” for borrowers. The administrator needs at least 15 years’ experience.

Pitch: Taxpayer-funded NGOsCarve-outNew fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1704 by Rep. Walle (Died in committee) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on May 16, 2025. Died in the Senate: received, never referred to a committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4504 · 89RNo flags

bill limiting noncompetes for doctors and other health workers

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Greg Bonnen (R-24)
Details · HB 4504

One year, five miles, and a buyout capped at one year’s pay.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 3411 (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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4502 · 89RNo flags

Court security plans and committees get new rules

Did not passReviewed
Rep. John T. Smithee (R-86)
Details · HB 4502

Committees leave open meetings law. Local officials still control security spending.

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

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee 9-0 on May 1, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4496 · 89RNo flags

cities must close or defund DEI programs

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)
Details · HB 4496

Federal law can still require them. Anyone discriminated against can sue.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4495 · 89RNo flags

bill setting one well per 640 acres on ranch land

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)
Details · HB 4495

The Railroad Commission writes spacing rules where no proration units exist.

QUICK READ: 132 WORDS The bill as filed runs 132 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 12, 2025 and referred to the House Energy Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4492 · 89RSmells

Jones Child Support Bill Applies Only If Mom Couldn’t Get An Abortion

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Jolanda "Jo" Jones (D-147)
Details · HB 4492

Six months behind? 180 days minimum, maybe less with a vasectomy!

Already a crime
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the failure to pay child support by certain biological fathers; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence subcommittee on Family & Fiduciary Relationships. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4491 · 89RNo flags

bill adding July 5, 2026 as a fireworks sales day

Companion SB 996 became lawInitial review
Rep. Cecil Bell Jr. (R-3)
Details · HB 4491

12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. One extra day!

QUICK READ: 109 WORDS The bill as filed runs 109 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 12, 2025

HB 4490 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping next of kin out of records requests

Became lawInitial review
Rep. John T. Smithee (R-86)
Details · HB 4490

Covers medical examiner records of the deceased.

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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 4487 · 89RNo flags

Bhojani’s bill banning sneaker bots

Did not passInitial review
Rep. Salman Bhojani (D-92)
Details · HB 4487

No bots buying clothing or shoes online. Password managers are fine.

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 3 Republicans, 2 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development committee 10-0 on May 2, 2025. Placed on the General State Calendar on May 13, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4483 · 89RNo flags

bill turning workers’ comp taxes into surcharges

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Cole Hefner (R-5)
Details · HB 4483

Three rate caps become one: 2.7 percent of premiums.

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 4389 by Rep. Cole (Did not pass). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4474 · 89RNo flags

noncitizen driver’s licenses get a green shape of Texas

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Joanne Shofner (R-11)
Details · HB 4474

Starting 2026, a noncitizen’s card looks visibly different from a citizen’s.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4472 · 89RNo flags

bill cutting light trailer registration from $45 to $20

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Wes Virdell (R-53)
Details · HB 4472

For trailers of 6,000 pounds or less.

QUICK READ: 123 WORDS The bill as filed runs 123 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 12, 2025 and referred to the House Transportation subcommittee on Transportation Funding. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 4469 · 89RSmells

Morgan Bill Lets Nine Governor Appointees Hand Out Research Grants

Died in committeeInitial review
Rep. Matt Morgan (R-26)
Details · HB 4469

Inside the governor’s office, with gifts, royalties and a statewide research plan. Sunset review in 2037.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3988 by Rep. Reynolds (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

HB 135 · 89RNo flags

game and exotic animals go sales tax free

Became lawInitial review
Rep. Angie Chen Button (R-112)
Details · HB 135

Added to the farm and ranch exemption list.

INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 13, 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 Mar 12, 2025

HB 134 · 89RSmells

Sales Tax Follows The Buyer, With A Carve-Out Through 2030

Did not passNeeds review
Rep. Morgan Meyer (R-108)
Details · HB 134

Retailers with city rebate deals can keep the old rule, so those cities keep the money.

Carve-out
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 5089 (Did not pass) and this bill (Did not pass). Checked against 88R only.STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Ways & Means committee 8-1 on Mar 20, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2411 · 89RNo flags

Schwertner Business Bill Extends Liability Shield To Managerial Officials

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-5)
Details · SB 2411

Other states’ court rulings can’t override Texas business law. Disclosure-only settlements count as a benefit less often.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Charles Schwertner (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Oscar Longoria (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.DOORSTOP: 11,579 WORDS The bill as filed runs 11,579 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 12, 2025

SB 2405 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping the Texas prison agency running until 2037

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Sen. Tan Parker (R-12)
Details · SB 2405

Sunset fixes for prisons, parole, prison health care and the prison school district.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Tan Parker (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Terry Canales (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.DOORSTOP: 8,006 WORDS The bill as filed runs 8,006 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 12, 2025

SB 2404 · 89RNo flags

Department of Information Resources lives until 2037

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Tan Parker (R-12)
Details · SB 2404

Yearly cybersecurity training for every state and local government employee, plus penetration tests.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2403 · 89RNo flags

bill ending paper campaign reports at the Ethics Commission

Did not passInitial review
Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-11)
Details · SB 2403

Email replaces registered mail. Next sunset review in 2037.

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 Senate on May 13, 2025. Died in the House: voted out of the State Affairs committee 15-0, no floor vote.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2402 · 89RNo flags

bill keeping the Texas Lottery Commission alive until 2037

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-11)
Details · SB 2402

Lottery and bingo keep going, with changes.

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 Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2401 · 89RNo flags

bill pushing several sunset deadlines from 2025 to 2027

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Tan Parker (R-12)
Details · SB 2401

Lottery Commission, prisons and four river authorities get two more years.

GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 1, 2025. Died in the House: failed to receive a favorable vote in the Delivery of Government Efficiency committee on May 24, 2025.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2394 · 89RNo flags

bill rewording the school bond ballot warning

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-4)
Details · SB 2394

“Property tax increase” becomes “additional debt.” Same bonds, softer label.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 2117 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Education K-16 committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2388 · 89RSmells

Hinojosa Medicaid Bill Scraps Bidding, Some Contracts Wait Until 2030

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D-20)
Details · SB 2388

Every plan that meets the standards gets a contract. No limit on plans per region.

Delayed start
ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 4 Republicans, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Health & Human Services committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2387 · 89RSmells

Miles Ombudsman Bill Also Creates A Nine-Member Advisory Board

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Borris Miles (D-13)
Details · SB 2387

The ombudsman can inspect prisons without notice and subpoena records. The department must answer every recommendation.

New fee, fund, board or appointees
ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 1386 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Criminal Justice committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2386 · 89RNo flags

bill making TCEQ tell local lawmakers about penalties

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Borris Miles (D-13)
Details · SB 2386

Penalty notices and settlement comment periods go to the local legislators.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 813 (Vetoed) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 1, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Environmental Regulation committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2385 · 89RSmells

Kolkhorst Bill Narrows Truck Parking Rule To Counties Over 220,000

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-18)
Details · SB 2385

Or under 75,000 and bordering three counties over 450,000. Every other county’s subdivisions fall outside.

Bracket bill
QUICK READ: 139 WORDS The bill as filed runs 139 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 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2381 · 89RNo flags

bill capping administrative segregation at three days in a row

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. José Menéndez (D-26)
Details · SB 2381

Three days, or 10 if someone got seriously hurt.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 812 by Rep. Meza (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Criminal Justice committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2380 · 89RNo flags

health care immunity leaves omissions protected

Died in committeeReviewed
Sen. José Menéndez (D-26)
Details · SB 2380

The exception names culpable acts. Omissions stay protected on the literal text.

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

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2376 · 89RNo flags

bill letting students get transcripts despite small or old debts

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Nathan Johnson (D-16)
Details · SB 2376

Under $500 or over five years old? Schools release the records.

FEE INCLUDED The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to student access to certain academic records held by a public institution of higher education or career school or college; authorizing fees.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Education K-16 committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2373 · 89RSmells

Johnson Bill Shields Platforms And Carriers For Others’ Content

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Sen. Nathan Johnson (D-16)
Details · SB 2373

Targets can sue over AI fakes and phishing. Civil penalties up to $1,000 a day.

Already a crime
BUZZER BEATER Final vote May 31, 2025: the Senate concurred in the House amendments. 2 days before the session ended Jun 2, 2025.CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (House committee report) reads: “relating to financial exploitation or financial abuse using artificially generated media or phishing communications; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2371 · 89RSmells

Nichols Bill Makes Ditching A Skimmer Mid-Investigation A Felony

Became lawInitial review
Sen. Robert Nichols (R-3)
Details · SB 2371

Evidence tampering largely covers that already. Other rule breaks: up to $5,000 a day.

Already a crime
INSTANT LAW Took effect immediately, on May 27, 2025. 833 of the 1,185 graded 89R laws took effect Sep 1, 2025 (derived from the bill histories, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (House committee report) reads: “relating to skimmers on electronic terminals; authorizing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.”

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2367 · 89RSmells

Kolkhorst Bill Gives Park Rule Power To A County Under 75,000

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-18)
Details · SB 2367

It must also border three counties over 450,000. The caption only says “certain counties.”

Bracket bill
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 SB 781 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2366 · 89RNo flags

bill creating a short line railroad grant program

Became lawInitial review
Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-1)
Details · SB 2366

Track, bridges, capacity and old lines restored.

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 Mar 12, 2025

SB 2362 · 89RNo flags

Creighton Bill Makes Unrequested Voter Forms From Officials A Felony

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-4)
Details · SB 2362

Officials can still post the form online. Fill in part of one first? State jail felony.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to unlawful solicitation and distribution of a voter registration application; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2360 · 89RNo flags

bill topping up pre-2009 wrongful imprisonment payments

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Royce West (D-23)
Details · SB 2360

Current rules, minus what they already got.

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

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2359 · 89RSmells

West Bill’s New Notary Offense Comes With A Stand-In Defense

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Royce West (D-23)
Details · SB 2359

Stand-in shows “apparently valid” ID? That’s a defense, “regardless of the identity of the person.”

The hole
DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 3657 by Rep. Anchía (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to notaries public; creating a criminal offense.”

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2352 · 89RNo flags

bill barring transport of minors out of Texas for abortion

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Phil King (R-10)
Details · SB 2352

Unless a parent gives written consent.

CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to prohibiting transporting or funding the transportation of an unemancipated minor for an abortion; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2345 · 89RNo flags

Schwertner Bill Ends City’s Fixed 22.05 Percent Firefighter Pension Contribution

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-5)
Details · SB 2345

A yearly actuarial rate replaces it. Firefighters hired from 2026 get a smaller benefit.

DOORSTOP: 13,757 WORDS The bill as filed runs 13,757 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).PENDING FOREVER Heard by the Senate Finance committee on Apr 23, 2025 and left pending. Never voted out. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2343 · 89RNo flags

bill giving online police report filers a chance to fix

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-21)
Details · SB 2343

Fix the problems before the report gets denied.

QUICK READ: 138 WORDS The bill as filed runs 138 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 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Criminal Justice committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2342 · 89RNo flags

bill expanding guardian applications and background checks

Did not passInitial review
Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-21)
Details · SB 2342

State and FBI checks on more of the people involved.

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Judith Zaffirini (D) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Richard Hayes (R) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 9, 2025. Died in the House: voted out of the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee 11-0, no floor vote.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2341 · 89RNo flags

bill creating grants for rides to court

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-21)
Details · SB 2341

Counties get money to help low-income litigants get there.

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Criminal Justice committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2340 · 89RSmells

Schwertner Bill Lets Attorney General Question Any Person Under Oath

Died in committeeNeeds review
Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-5)
Details · SB 2340

Caption: records. Bill: sworn reports, too. Faking records means up to a year in jail.

Caption mismatch
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to examination of the records of filing entities and foreign filing entities by the attorney general; creating a criminal offense.”GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 8, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the State Affairs committee.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2334 · 89RNo flags

bill on where airlines may store alcohol

Did not passInitial review
Sen. Tan Parker (R-12)
Details · SB 2334

Any airport it serves, or within five miles in the same county.

QUICK READ: 105 WORDS The bill as filed runs 105 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 12, 2025

SB 2329 · 89RNo flags

bill steering local investment money to Texas banks

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D-20)
Details · SB 2329

At least 35 percent of investable funds.

QUICK READ: 119 WORDS The bill as filed runs 119 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 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Local Government committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2328 · 89RSmells

Campbell Bill Reaches Any Worker Who Accepts A Listed ID

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Donna Campbell (R-25)
Details · SB 2328

Class A misdemeanor, down to a sole proprietorship. Listed cards stop counting March 1, 2026.

Dragnet
CREATES AN OFFENSE The caption of the graded version (introduced) reads: “relating to the acceptance of and funding for certain forms of identification issued to persons unlawfully present in the United States; creating a criminal offense.”NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

SB 2324 · 89RNo flags

bill making toll roads stop tolling once paid off

Died in committeeInitial review
Sen. Angela Paxton (R-8)
Details · SB 2324

Bonds paid, tolls end. No surplus for other roads.

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2325 by Rep. Shaheen (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 12, 2025 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 12, 2025

Sources

Derived stock: 374 measures filed March 12, 2025 in 89R. 346 bills and joint resolutions, 28 other resolutions. Snapshot Nov 1, 2026 at 6:27 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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