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title: "January 2026 Effective Dates: Complete Legislative Guide"
description: Comprehensive guide to all legislation taking effect January 1, 2026 from the 89th Texas Legislature.
effective_date: January 1, 2026
bill_count: 36
canonical_url: "https://jdkey.com/briefing-room/january-2026"
source: JD Key Consulting - The Briefing Room
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# January 2026 Effective Dates: Complete Legislative Guide

*Comprehensive guide to all legislation taking effect January 1, 2026 from the 89th Texas Legislature.*

**Effective Date:** January 1, 2026 | **Bills Covered:** 36

## Overview

January 1, 2026 marks a major effective date milestone for 89th Legislature bills. This comprehensive guide covers all legislation taking effect on this date across multiple sectors.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What Texas laws take effect January 1, 2026?

Over 36 bills from the 89th Texas Legislature take effect January 1, 2026, covering property tax, business regulations, healthcare, and more. Review the complete list to identify compliance requirements for your organization.

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*Strategic analysis by [JD Key Consulting](https://jdkey.com). View the full interactive briefing at [https://jdkey.com/briefing-room/january-2026](https://jdkey.com/briefing-room/january-2026). For questions about Texas legislative strategy, contact us at [jdkey.com/contact](https://jdkey.com/contact).*