Summary
Texas has passed several new laws during the 2025 legislative session that will start on January 1, 2026. These laws cover topics like artificial intelligence, taxes, school funding, water infrastructure, and court administration. The new rules aim to improve regulations, tax procedures, and administrative tasks.
Key Facts
- The Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA) establishes rules for AI, preventing misuse and discriminatory practices.
- Senate Bill 1023 changes how counties calculate property tax rates using electronic forms for better transparency and accuracy.
- House Bill 22 exempts non-physical assets, like business goodwill, from taxation, altering how intangible property is taxed.
- Senate Bill 1058 grants certain stock-exchange activities an exemption from the Texas franchise tax.
- Senate Bill 1502 requires voter approval for school districts to raise taxes after a declared disaster.
- House Bill 9 proposes a business property tax exemption, but it needs voter approval to become effective.
- Senate Bill 14 allows for credits against water impact fees if developers undertake certain conservation projects.
