Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 38: Relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises.

Enacted Last action June 20, 2025: See remarks for effective date

Plain-language summary

SB 38 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises. Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican), César Blanco (Democratic), Donna Campbell (Republican), Creighton, Brent Hagenbuch (Republican), Joan Huffman (Republican), Bryan Hughes (Republican), Lois Kolkhorst (Republican), Mayes Middleton (Republican), Tan Parker (Republican), Angela Paxton (Republican), Kevin Sparks (Republican), Angie Button (Republican), Charlie Geren (Republican), Joe Moody (Democratic), John Smithee (Republican), Jeff Leach (Republican). It lists 14 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 20, 2025): See remarks for effective date.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Paul Bettencourt (Republican); César Blanco (Democratic); Donna Campbell (Republican); Creighton; and 13 more. 14 co-sponsors.