Monitoring the Session
Patterns

Renaming and ceremonial

The bill renames, designates, commemorates or declares, and nothing else.

109 bills

Rule

The bill renames, designates, commemorates or declares, and nothing else.

Receipt: The whole operative text.

Checked at the filing stage.

SB 2959 · 89RNo flags

bill naming August Firearm Safety Awareness Month

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 2959

No one gets a duty. Activities are voluntary.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 853 by Rep. Gervin-Hawkins (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 9, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee.

Filed Mar 14, 2025

SB 2635 · 89RNo flags

Johnson’s bill renaming the Railroad Commission

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 2635

Now the Texas Oil, Gas, and Minerals Commission. Accurate, at least.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 1701 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Mar 13, 2025 and referred to the Senate Natural Resources committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Mar 13, 2025

SB 2597 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming FM 521 for Clarence “BB” Sasser

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 2597

The Medal of Honor Highway runs in Brazoria County.

Noted, not charged

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1871 by Rep. Vasut (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.QUICK READ: 149 WORDS The bill as filed runs 149 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 13, 2025

HB 4715 · 89RNo flags

appraisal districts renamed by county code number

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 4715

Names become Appraisal District and a number.

Noted, not charged

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 4709 · 89RNo flags

specialty plate for Vietnam Dustoff Crews medal recipients

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 4709

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

Noted, not charged

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 4542 · 89RNo flags

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

Did not passInitial review
Details · HB 4542

The stretch runs from the Trinity River to Oakwood.

Noted, not charged

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

SB 2232 · 89RNo flags

October 21 is Unplug Texas Day

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · SB 2232

Parks agencies may hold programs. Nobody has to do anything.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 129 WORDS The bill as filed runs 129 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Mar 11, 2025

HB 3766 · 89RNo flags

third Monday in October becomes Unplug Texas Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 3766

Put down the devices and get outside. Parks may hold programs.

Noted, not charged

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

Filed Mar 4, 2025

HB 3642 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming a bridge and two highways for three people

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 3642

Lake Gilmer bridge, plus stretches in Wilbarger and Ector County.

Noted, not charged

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

Filed Mar 3, 2025

HB 3530 · 89RNo flags

bill designating April 16 as Selena Quintanilla Pérez Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 3530

Honoring her contributions to Tejano music. Ceremonies optional.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1456 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 28, 2025 and referred to the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 28, 2025

SB 1772 · 89RNo flags

Farm-to-Market Road 2360 honors Jose Maria Longoria Sr.

Did not passInitial review
Details · SB 1772

Markers go up between Texas Street and U.S. Highway 83 in Starr County.

Noted, not charged

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the Senate Transportation committee 9-0 on Mar 26, 2025. Placed on the local & uncontested calendar on Apr 10, 2025. The bill died.

Filed Feb 28, 2025

SB 1717 · 89RSmells

Gulf Of America Rename Reaches Agency Rules And Publications

Died in committeeNeeds review
Details · SB 1717

Caption: “partially landlocked body of water.” Bill: Gulf of America, electronic media included.

Noted, not charged

DOORSTOP: 32,472 WORDS The bill as filed runs 32,472 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on Apr 24, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the State Affairs committee.

Filed Feb 27, 2025

SB 1709 · 89RNo flags

Los Robles Trail: part of Farm to Market Road 70

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · SB 1709

Markers go up if the funding condition in Section 225.021(c) allows.

Noted, not charged

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Adam Hinojosa (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Richard Peña Raymond (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 27, 2025

SB 1687 · 89RNo flags

Highway 151 bridge named for Samuel E. Luna Jr.

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 1687

Markers go up at each end of the bridge over Potranco Road.

Noted, not charged

NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 27, 2025 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 27, 2025

HB 3413 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming part of U.S. Highway 183 for David Bosecker

Did not passInitial review
Details · HB 3413

Markers go up in Eastland County, between Farm-to-Market Roads 2526 and 2731.

Noted, not charged

STALLED AFTER COMMITTEE Voted out of the House Transportation committee 12-0 on May 1, 2025. Never placed on a calendar. The bill died.

Filed Feb 26, 2025

SB 1656 · 89RNo flags

May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 1656

Honors the 21 children and teachers killed on May 24, 2022.

Noted, not charged

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

Filed Feb 26, 2025

SB 1418 · 89RNo flags

bill renames ACT-Plan to PreACT in the Education Code

Became lawInitial review
Details · SB 1418

Three places get the test’s current name. That’s the bill.

Noted, not charged

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).

Filed Feb 19, 2025

HB 2944 · 89RNo flags

bill making all of State Highway 87 an evacuation route

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 2944

Whatever part isn’t one already becomes one, as soon as possible.

Noted, not charged

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 18, 2025 and referred to the House Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 18, 2025

SB 1351 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming part of U.S. Highway 281 for Jose Rodriguez-Lua

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · SB 1351

Markers go up along the route in Hidalgo County.

Noted, not charged

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Adam Hinojosa (R) in the Senate. Lead sponsor Armando "Mando" Martinez (D) in the House. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Feb 18, 2025

SB 1297 · 89RNo flags

Bill dropping Confederate Heroes Day for Celebration of Suffrage Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 1297

January 19 is out as a state holiday. June 28 is in.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 91 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Feb 14, 2025 and referred to the Senate State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 14, 2025

HB 2763 · 89RNo flags

Starr County TxDOT building named for Eddie Gracia

Became lawInitial review
Details · HB 2763

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

Noted, not charged

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 2721 · 89RNo flags

Toth bill for a “Gulf of America” sign

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 2721

TxDOT puts it on Interstate 45 near Galveston.

Noted, not charged

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 2719 · 89RNo flags

bill renaming the Railroad Commission of Texas

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 2719

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

Noted, not charged

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 2703 · 89RNo flags

bill making July American Patriotism Month

Became lawInitial review
Details · HB 2703

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

Noted, not charged

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

Details · HB 2693

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

Noted, not charged

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 2636 · 89RNo flags

October 6 becomes Hispanic Registered Dietician Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 2636

One more day on the state’s list of observances.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 107 WORDS The bill as filed runs 107 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 11, 2025 and referred to the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Feb 11, 2025

HB 2598 · 89RNo flags

bill renames school psychology specialists “school psychologist”

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 2598

Same license, shorter name, across the Education, Government and Occupations codes.

Noted, not charged

BACK FROM THE DEAD Same text as a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1932 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Angie Chen Button (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 10, 2025

HB 2315 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming Highway 151 bridge for Willie Henry Pryor Sr.

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 2315

The bridge over Hunt Lane in Bexar County gets markers at each end.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 149 WORDS The bill as filed runs 149 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Jan 31, 2025 and referred to the House Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Jan 31, 2025

SB 927 · 89RNo flags

specialty plate for Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal recipients

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · SB 927

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles makes the plate.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 115 WORDS The bill as filed runs 115 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Jan 24, 2025

HB 1960 · 89RNo flags

Bill naming Highway 345 in San Benito for Milton Resendez

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 1960

Memorial signs go up at each end and along the stretch.

Noted, not charged

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 4 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.QUICK READ: 148 WORDS The bill as filed runs 148 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Jan 22, 2025

HB 1894 · 89RNo flags

November is Veterans Month

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 1894

Observed with programs and activities. Touches no one directly.

Noted, not charged

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).

Filed Jan 16, 2025

SB 644 · 89RNo flags

second Saturday in October becomes Hospice and Palliative Care Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 644

Ceremonies and activities invited. Nobody touched directly.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R SB 485 (Vetoed) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on May 14, 2025. Died in the House: never got out of the Public Health committee.

Filed Dec 18, 2024

HB 1552 · 89RNo flags

Bill renaming child pornography as child sexual abuse material

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 1552

Swaps in the new term across every state law.

Noted, not charged

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 2 Republicans, 1 Democrat. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.GOT HALFWAY Passed the House on Apr 30, 2025. Died in the Senate: never got out of the Criminal Justice committee.

Filed Dec 9, 2024

SB 548 · 89RNo flags

Highway 151 bridge named for Willie Henry Pryor Sr.

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 548

The bridge over Hunt Lane in Bexar County gets markers at each end.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 147 WORDS The bill as filed runs 147 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 Dec 6, 2024 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Dec 6, 2024

HB 1471 · 89RNo flags

bill adding Diwali and Dashain as optional state holidays

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 1471

One day of each festival, employee’s pick.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 1821 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 26, 2024 and referred to the House Delivery of Government Efficiency committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 26, 2024

HB 1242 · 89RNo flags

U.S. Highway 281 stretch named for Ernesto Soliz Cantu

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 1242

Markers go up between County Road 304 and Huppergate Road in Brooks County.

Noted, not charged

CROSS-PARTY HANDOFF Lead author Ryan Guillen (R) in the House. Lead sponsor Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D) in the Senate. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 1047 · 89RNo flags

bill adding more optional state holidays

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 1047

Diwali, Vesak, Eid al-Fitr, Lunar New Year and more.

Noted, not charged

ACROSS THE AISLE Joint authors: 1 Republican, 3 Democrats. Party as the Legislative Reference Library lists it for the 89th Legislature.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House Delivery of Government Efficiency committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 911 · 89RNo flags

bill making June 24 Celebration of Life Day

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 911

A new state holiday, counted like the others.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 522 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House Delivery of Government Efficiency committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 806 · 89RNo flags

bill designating July as American Pride Month

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 806

The month celebrates the United States and its citizens. It touches no one directly.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 118 WORDS The bill as filed runs 118 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 760 · 89RNo flags

Harrison bill renaming public funds “the people’s money”

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 760

State documents must say “the people’s money” now. In print or online.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 3019 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House State Affairs committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 592 · 89RNo flags

August becomes Firearm Safety Awareness Month

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 592

Touches no one directly. Optional activities are invited.

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 853 (Did not pass) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 430 · 89RNo flags

bill renaming emotional disturbance in special education eligibility

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · HB 430

“Emotional disturbance” becomes “emotional dysregulation.”

Noted, not charged

ZOMBIE BILL Died 2 times: 88R HB 2831 (Died in committee) and this bill (Died in committee). Checked against 88R only.NEVER GOT A HEARING Filed Nov 12, 2024 and referred to the House Public Education committee. No public hearing. The bill died.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

HB 227 · 89RNo flags

Farm-to-Market Road 521 in Brazoria County honors Clarence “BB” Sasser

Became law, effective Sep 1, 2025Initial review
Details · HB 227

TxDOT puts up signs for the Medal of Honor Highway.

Noted, not charged

DO-OVER Reworked text of a bill filed before that died: 88R HB 1871 (Died in committee). Filed in 2 sessions, counting this one. Checked against 88R only.QUICK READ: 149 WORDS The bill as filed runs 149 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).

Filed Nov 12, 2024

SB 249 · 89RNo flags

Bill funding memorial markers for peace officers killed on duty

Died in committeeInitial review
Details · SB 249

The Transportation Commission pays if the Legislature sets aside money.

Noted, not charged

QUICK READ: 143 WORDS The bill as filed runs 143 words, counting the existing law it amends and the text it strikes. The median 89R bill as filed runs 441 words (derived, 8,702 graded bills, snapshot Oct 19, 2026).GOT HALFWAY Passed the Senate on Apr 10, 2025. Died in the House: left pending in the Transportation committee.

Filed Nov 12, 2024

Sources

Derived stock: 109 tagged measures in the 89R published record. Each measure counts once for this pattern. Snapshot Nov 1, 2026 at 2:09 PM CST.

A pattern tag is not a Certified scam grade. 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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