Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 1059: Relating to the authority of the governing body of a home-rule municipality to submit a proposed charter amendment to the voters for approval if application of the provisions of the amendment would be contrary to state law.

Passed one chamber Last action May 15, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

SB 1059 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of the governing body of a home-rule municipality to submit a proposed charter amendment to the voters for approval if application of the provisions of the amendment would be contrary to state law. Primary sponsor: Tan Parker (Republican), Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Bob Hall (Republican), Adam Hinojosa (Republican), Giovanni Capriglione (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Tan Parker (Republican); Paul Bettencourt (Republican); Bob Hall (Republican); Adam Hinojosa (Republican); and 1 more.