Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB2128 mandates a state-level gap analysis of rural emergency response capabilities, effective immediately. While this legislation imposes no immediate regulatory burden on private industry, it initiates a data-collection phase likely to substantiate future tax, insurance, or safety mandates for industrial operators in rural Texas during the 2027 legislative session.
Rep. David Spiller·House Bill·Regular Session
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-06-20). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
No immediate amendments required. However, legal departments should review existing Mutual Aid Agreements or Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with local Volunteer Fire Departments (VFDs). If your facility relies on a rural VFD for emergency response, this study may officially designate that VFD as "deficient," potentially voiding insurance assumptions regarding response times and capabilities.
No immediate changes. Continue current safety training protocols. Be advised that future legislation may tie state funding for rural training to industry-specific surcharges based on the findings of this study.
No statutory filing required.
No immediate impact. The fiscal note indicates costs are absorbed by the state. Future cost risks include potential increases in property insurance premiums if rural fire ratings are downgraded based on the study's published data.
The statute grants TEEX broad discretion under Section 1(b)(4) to evaluate "any other factor the service considers relevant" regarding the disparity between rural and urban services.
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Common questions about HB2128
HB2128 mandates a state-level gap analysis of rural emergency response capabilities, effective immediately. While this legislation imposes no immediate regulatory burden on private industry, it initiates a data-collection phase likely to substantiate future tax, insurance, or safety mandates for industrial operators in rural Texas during the 2027 legislative session.
HB2128 was authored by Texas Representative David Spiller during the Regular Session.
HB2128 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB2128 is enforced by Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX).
The regulatory priority for HB2128 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB2128 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB2128 addresses topics including fire fighters & police, fire fighters & police--general, health, health--emergency services & personnel and texas a&m engineering extension service.
Key dates for HB2128: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB2128 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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