Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 871: Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies.
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 871 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. Primary sponsor: Birdwell, Shelby Slawson (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2025): Considered in Calendars.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birdwell | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shelby Slawson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 59 |
| Lois Kolkhorst | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
| Mayes Middleton | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Considered in Calendars
- Committee report sent to Calendars
- Committee report distributed
- Comte report filed with Committee Coordinator
- Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
- Considered in formal meeting
- Left pending in committee
- Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
- Considered in public hearing
- Referred to State Affairs
- Read first time
- Received from the Senate
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