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What does Texas HB2530 do?
Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Signed Into Law
Signed June 20, 2025
HB2530
Regular Session
Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB2530: Government Affairs Overview
Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Rep. David Cook·House Bill·Regular Session
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HB2530
Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Passed with Opposition
House Vote124 - 7
YEA
95% in favor131 voting
Senate Vote30 - 1
YEA
97% in favor31 voting
8
Total Opposition Votes
Cost Impact
Not assessedEffective
See bill textPrimary Author: Rep. David Cook
89th Texas Legislature
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- HB1973Relating to proof of the identity of a child's parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
- HB2524Relating to the recovery of fees, court costs, and expenses in family law proceedings.
Related by Topic
- SB1923Relating to the modification of certain orders providing for the support of a child.
- SB2052Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship between a parent and a nonparent.
- HB1973Relating to proof of the identity of a child's parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
- HB2340Relating to the qualifications, communications, and recordkeeping of a child custody evaluator and the admissibility of a child custody evaluation under certain circumstances.
- HB2350Relating to standing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about HB2530
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Who authored HB2530?
HB2530 was authored by Texas Representative David Cook during the Regular Session.
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When was HB2530 signed into law?
HB2530 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
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What topics does HB2530 address?
HB2530 addresses topics including courts, courts--administration, family, family--parent & child and lawyers.
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