Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1867

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Out of House Committee
 
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Caption

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

Impact

If enacted, SB1867 would amend various state statues to align them with new environmental standards and goals. The bill specifically targets carbon emissions from traditional energy sources and provides incentives for businesses and local governments to shift towards cleaner alternatives. This shift would not only contribute to reducing the state's overall carbon footprint but also promote economic growth through the emerging green technology sector.

Summary

SB1867 is a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing environmental protection and promoting renewable energy resources within the state. The bill proposes significant changes to the existing regulatory framework governing energy production, particularly focusing on carbon emissions reductions and energy efficiency improvements. By encouraging investment in renewable energy technologies, the bill seeks to drive the state's transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Contention

The discussions surrounding SB1867 have highlighted notable points of contention. While proponents argue that the bill will create jobs in the renewable energy sector and improve public health outcomes by reducing pollution, critics express concerns regarding the economic implications for existing fossil fuel industries. Furthermore, there are debates about the adequacy of the proposed incentives and whether they will be sufficient to drive meaningful changes in energy practices across the state.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Health And Safety Code

  • Chapter 481. Texas Controlled Substances Act
    • Section: 103

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB218

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX SB967

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX HB3620

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.

TX SB645

Relating to the designation of fentanyl poisoning for purposes of the death certificate and to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB6

Relating to the designation of fentanyl poisoning or fentanyl toxicity for purposes of the death certificate and to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB520

Relating to criminal penalties for possession offenses under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

TX HB939

Relating to the penalty for certain offenders for possession of a small amount of certain controlled substances.

TX HB369

Relating to the criminal penalty for possession of certain small amounts of controlled substances in Penalty Group 1 or 1-B.

TX HB4914

Relating to removing criminal penalties for possession of certain small amounts of controlled substances.

TX HB753

Relating to removing criminal penalties for the possession of drug paraphernalia under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

Similar Bills

TX HB2593

Relating to the criminal penalties for the possession of certain tetrahydrocannabinols under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

TX SB264

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Groups 1-A and 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act for criminal prosecution and other purposes.

TX HB595

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Groups 1-A and 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act for criminal prosecution and other purposes.

TX SB172

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Groups 1-A and 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act for criminal prosecution and other purposes.

TX SB28

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Groups 1-A and 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act for criminal prosecution and other purposes.

TX SB1868

Relating to adding certain substances to the Texas Controlled Substances Act and regulating kratom and kratom products; increasing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB3169

Relating to the substances listed in Penalty Group 2 under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

TX HB2568

Relating to the manufacture, delivery, and possession of certain tetrahydrocannabinols under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.