Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2375

Filed
3/12/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/28/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 88th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.

Impact

If passed, SB 2375 will streamline the statutory framework for Texas by codifying various laws that were overlooked and conforming recent enactments from the 88th Legislature to existing legal codes. These corrections aim to mitigate confusion in legal interpretations and enforcement by ensuring all relevant legislation is appropriately reflected in the state's codes. This act will not introduce substantive changes to the legal landscape but will fortify the existing legislative framework through organization and correctness.

Summary

Senate Bill 2375, proposed by Senator Johnson, encompasses a range of nonsubstantive additions, revisions, and corrections within Texas' statutory framework. This bill is part of a broader effort to update and maintain the accuracy of the state's legislative codes. Specifically, it addresses various statutes that may have been omitted from prior codifications, ensuring that all enacted laws are captured within the state's legal code. The legislative intent is to maintain clarity and coherence within Texas law by preventing the proliferation of outdated or incorrect legislative references.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding SB 2375 appears to be supportive among legislative members focusing on governance efficiency and clarity in the law. Being a technical bill primarily addressing codification and correction rather than introducing controversial new policies, it is expected to face minimal opposition. However, as with any legislative measure, there could still be concerns about the implications of these nonsubstantive changes, particularly among advocacy groups that monitor legislative accuracy and integrity.

Contention

While SB 2375 does not appear to have significant contention, a key point to consider is the nature of legislative codification. Ensuring that all laws are accurately represented in the state's statutes can prevent legal loopholes and challenges in enforcement but also raises questions about oversight and the potential for confusion if critical changes are captured in nonsubstantive updates. Stakeholders might debate the effectiveness of such revisions and weigh these against the operational realities faced by local governments and agencies tasked with implementing these laws.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Agriculture Code

  • Chapter 251. Effect Of Nuisance Actions And Governmental Requirements On Certain Agricultural Operations
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 1. General Provisions
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: New Section

Education Code

  • Chapter 28. Courses Of Study; Advancement
    • Section: 0095
    • Section: 0095
  • Chapter 11. School Districts
    • Section: New Section

Health And Safety Code

  • Chapter 769. Regulation Of Certain Group Homes
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 260. Boarding Home Facilities
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 533. Powers And Duties Of Department Of State Health Services
    • Section: 032
  • Chapter 771a. Access To Emergency Communications Services In General
    • Section: 001

Occupations Code

  • Chapter 1701. Law Enforcement Officers
    • Section: 359
    • Section: 359
    • Section: 359

Special District Local Laws Code

  • Chapter 8153. Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82
    • Section: 0104
    • Section: 0104
    • Section: 0201
    • Section: 0306
    • Section: 0401

Transportation Code

  • Chapter 521. Driver's Licenses And Certificates
    • Section: 060

Civil Practice And Remedies Code

  • Chapter 78. Certain Fire Fighters And Fire-fighting Entities
    • Section: New Section

Government Code

  • Chapter 551. Open Meetings
    • Section: 083
  • Chapter 2. Firearm Suppressor Regulation
    • Section: New Section

Code Of Criminal Procedure

  • Chapter 45. Justice And Municipal Courts
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 2. General Duties Of Officers
    • Section: New Section

Natural Resources Code

  • Chapter 133. Quarry Safety
    • Section: 003

Companion Bills

TX HB1620

Identical Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 88th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.

Similar Bills

TX HB1620

Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 88th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.

TX SB1101

Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX HB3462

Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX HB4611

Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the health and human services laws governing the Health and Human Services Commission, Medicaid, and other social services.