Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 1838: Relating to the appointment of attorneys ad litem and the compensation of certain attorneys ad litem in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by a governmental entity.
Vetoed Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
- Vetoed
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Plain-language summary
SB 1838 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on March 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the appointment of attorneys ad litem and the compensation of certain attorneys ad litem in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by a governmental entity. Primary sponsor: Judith Zaffirini (Democratic), Joe Moody (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2025): Vetoed by the Governor.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Judith Zaffirini | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Joe Moody | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Vetoed by the Governor
- Sent to the Governor
- Signed in the House
- Signed in the Senate
- Senate concurs in House amendment(s)-reported
- Reported enrolled
- Record vote
- Senate concurs in House amendment(s)
- Read
- House amendment(s) laid before the Senate
- House passage as amended reported
- Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
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