Texas Legislation

Texas House Bill 635 proposes allowing certain state employees to have flexible work hours and the option to work from home or other approved locations. This bill aims to provide more flexibility in the workplace for eligible state workers.

Texas House Bill 634 proposes the creation of a task force to assess the housing needs of senior citizens who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning. The task force will evaluate current housing conditions and identify any specific challenges faced by these communities in accessing appropriate and affordable housing.

Texas House Bill 633 proposes changes to the schedule for early voting in person. It aims to adjust the days and hours during which polling places are open for early voting, potentially increasing accessibility for voters who may find it difficult to vote during regular hours.

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The bill proposes to make it a criminal offense to unlawfully transfer a semiautomatic rifle in Texas. This means that individuals who sell or give away semiautomatic rifles without following legal procedures could face criminal charges.

This bill proposes the creation of an education savings account program in Texas. It also introduces a tax credit for insurance companies that contribute to this program and outlines the conditions under which attorney's fees can be awarded in legal cases challenging educational choice laws.

Texas House Bill 613 proposes to connect the ERCOT power grid, which primarily serves Texas, to power grids outside of the ERCOT region. This bill aims to enhance the reliability and resilience of Texas's power supply by allowing electricity to flow between ERCOT and other power grids.

TX HB614 proposes changes to the voting process for individuals who move to a different county in Texas. The bill aims to streamline the procedure, ensuring that voters who change their residence can still participate in elections without unnecessary hurdles.

Texas House Bill 615 aims to establish policies and procedures for handling cases where a public school student knowingly creates or shares intimate videos or images of another student without their consent. The bill seeks to address the rising concern of privacy violations among students in schools.

This bill proposes that health insurance plans in Texas must cover the cost of certain at-home testing kits. The aim is to make it easier for people to access and afford necessary health tests without needing to visit a healthcare facility.

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Texas House Bill 617 aims to prevent discrimination in housing based on an individual's veteran status. It establishes measures to enforce this prohibition, ensuring veterans have equal access to housing opportunities. The bill is currently in the introduced stage and sponsored by Ray Lopez.

Texas House Bill 618 proposes that health insurance plans for certain government employees and retirees should include coverage for specific in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures. This means that eligible individuals could receive financial assistance for IVF treatments through their health benefits. The bill aims to make fertility treatments more accessible for those working in or retired from governmental positions.

The bill allows students to transfer from their home school district to another district specifically for the purpose of participating in athletics. This would enable students to join sports teams in a different district than where they reside.

Texas House Bill 620 proposes the creation of a financial assistance program specifically for open-enrollment charter school facilities. The bill aims to provide funding to help these schools with their infrastructure and operational needs. This support would potentially enable charter schools to improve their facilities and better serve their students.

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Texas House Bill 622 requires that the sales prices of commercial and industrial properties be disclosed during transactions. If parties fail to disclose this information, they may face civil penalties. This bill aims to increase transparency in the real estate market.

Texas House Bill 629, sponsored by Terri Leo-Wilson, addresses the types of advanced placement (AP) courses that school districts in Texas can offer. The bill aims to define or potentially expand the range of AP courses available to high school students, ensuring that these courses align with educational goals and standards set by the state.

Texas HB628 aims to allow any qualified voter to participate in early voting by mail. It also seeks to remove certain criminal penalties related to the solicitation and distribution of mail-in voting applications. This bill intends to simplify and expand access to mail-in voting for all eligible voters in Texas.

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Texas House Bill 627 aims to modify the application process for low-income housing tax credits, specifically for developments that are funded through the private activity bond program. The bill seeks to streamline and potentially adjust the criteria or requirements applicants must meet to qualify for these credits.