Texas Legislative Session Concludes: Key Bills Signed and What's Next

Session Wrap-Up and Governor's Role

• 🎯 The Texas legislative session has officially concluded after four months, with 1,212 bills passed.
• 🏛️ The focus now shifts to Governor Greg Abbott, who has 10 days (excluding Sundays) to sign or veto the legislation.
• ✅ Any bills not signed or vetoed within this timeframe will automatically become law.

Key Legislation and Priorities

• ⚖️ A top priority for the Governor is the bail reform package, aimed at keeping dangerous criminals incarcerated.
• 💰 A constitutional amendment will be put to voters to deny bail in specific cases involving violent offenses.
• 💳 Legislation was also passed to limit the availability of cashless bonds.

Education and School Policies

• 📚 School vouchers are set to begin in the fall of 2026, allowing public funds for private school tuition.
• 📈 Public schools will receive increased funding, enabling teacher raises for the first time since 2019.
• 📜 The Ten Commandments will be mandated for display in every Texas public school classroom.
• 🚫 DEI programs in K-12 public schools will be banned, and school-sponsored LGBTQ student groups will be prohibited.

Other Notable Bills

• ⚠️ A ban on THC passed both chambers but faces significant resistance, with veteran groups advocating for its veto due to its pain management benefits.
• 📉 This session concluded with less drama than previous years, and no special sessions are anticipated, unlike in 2023.