Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB1592 mandates the creation of a centralized, internet-based alert system for agricultural pests and diseases, effective September 1, 2025. While the administrative burden falls on state agencies, this law establishes constructive notice for your business; once an alert is issued regarding a quarantine or movement restriction, your organization is legally presumed to be informed, eliminating ignorance as a defense against liability.
Rep. Mihaela Plesa·House Bill·Regular Session
Department of Agriculture (TDA) • Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) • Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (System Administrator) • Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC)
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-09-01). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about HB1592
HB1592 mandates the creation of a centralized, internet-based alert system for agricultural pests and diseases, effective September 1, 2025. While the administrative burden falls on state agencies, this law establishes constructive notice for your business; once an alert is issued regarding a quarantine or movement restriction, your organization is legally presumed to be informed, eliminating ignorance as a defense against liability.
HB1592 was authored by Texas Representative Mihaela Plesa during the Regular Session.
HB1592 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB1592 is enforced by Department of Agriculture (TDA), Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (System Administrator) and Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC).
The regulatory priority for HB1592 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB1592 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB1592 addresses topics including agriculture, animals, health, health--other diseases & medical conditions and alert system.
Key dates for HB1592: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Must enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with TDA, TAHC, and TPWD to operationalize the 72-hour notification requirement. (Prior to implementation (implied)). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB1592 primarily affects healthcare providers and medical facilities. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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