Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Jurisprudence Committee May 21st, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Jurisprudence (Part I) May 21st, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

The Committee on State Affairs meeting was predominantly focused on several pivotal bills, including HB3783, HB4213, and HB1916. Notably, the chair initiated discussions on HB3783, which aims to regulate court-ordered counseling practices, particularly targeting what is known as 'reunification therapy.' The bill generated significant attention due to allegations surrounding its misuse, with multiple witnesses providing testimonies both for and against the measure. Concerns were raised about the practices involved, particularly regarding forced separations from custodial parents which many argue could lead to further trauma for children involved in high-conflict situations. The meeting also saw robust discussions regarding HB4213, aimed at revising child support interest rates and improving compliance levels for non-custodial parents, highlighting the financial burdens these families face. Each bill was left pending for further consideration at future meetings, reflecting the complex nature of the topics discussed and the need for deeper examination of possible implications.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas House Bill HB1916

Filed
1/16/25  
Out of House Committee
4/23/25  
Voted on by House
5/8/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/22/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the jurisdiction of a court in a suit to divide certain property not divided or awarded on the dissolution of a marriage.
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Texas House Bill HB1973

Filed
1/22/25  
Out of House Committee
4/23/25  
Voted on by House
5/2/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/23/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to proof of the identity of a child's parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
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Texas House Bill HB2524

Filed
2/6/25  
Out of House Committee
4/23/25  
Voted on by House
5/8/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/22/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the recovery of fees, court costs, and expenses in family law proceedings.
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Texas House Bill HB2530

Filed
2/6/25  
Out of House Committee
4/24/25  
Voted on by House
5/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/22/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
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Texas House Bill HB3180

Filed
2/21/25  
Out of House Committee
5/5/25  
Voted on by House
5/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/22/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the contents of a request for disclosure in a civil action brought under the Family Code.
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Texas House Bill HB3421

Filed
2/26/25  
Out of House Committee
4/17/25  
Voted on by House
5/9/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/22/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to decedents' estates and other matters involving probate courts.
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Texas House Bill HB3783

Filed
3/5/25  
Out of House Committee
4/23/25  
Voted on by House
5/6/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/26/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to court-ordered counseling in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
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Texas House Bill HB4170

Filed
3/10/25  
Out of House Committee
4/23/25  
Voted on by House
5/10/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/25/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to venue in certain actions involving private transfer fees for real property.
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Texas House Bill HB4213

Filed
3/10/25  
Out of House Committee
4/30/25  
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the accrual of interest on overdue child support.
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Texas House Bill HB40

Filed
3/14/25  
Out of House Committee
5/6/25  
Voted on by House
5/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/25/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the business court.