Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 1639: Relating to imposing a tax on the generation of electricity by certain electric generators to provide revenue for teacher pay raises.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1639 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to imposing a tax on the generation of electricity by certain electric generators to provide revenue for teacher pay raises. Primary sponsor: Kevin Sparks (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2025): Referred to Finance.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Sparks | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Finance
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate