Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3033 mandates a new voluntary contribution option on all Texas Driver’s License, CDL, and Personal ID applications starting January 1, 2026. While primarily administrative for the state, companies reimbursing licensure fees must immediately update expense policies to distinguish between mandatory statutory fees and these new voluntary donations to avoid unintended costs.
Rep. Tom Craddick·House Bill·Regular Session
Comptroller of Public Accounts • Department of Public Safety
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
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Common questions about HB3033
HB3033 mandates a new voluntary contribution option on all Texas Driver’s License, CDL, and Personal ID applications starting January 1, 2026. While primarily administrative for the state, companies reimbursing licensure fees must immediately update expense policies to distinguish between mandatory statutory fees and these new voluntary donations to avoid unintended costs.
HB3033 was authored by Texas Representative Tom Craddick during the Regular Session.
HB3033 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3033 is enforced by Comptroller of Public Accounts and Department of Public Safety.
The regulatory priority for HB3033 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3033 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3033 addresses topics including charitable & nonprofit organizations, crimes, crimes--against persons, crimes--against persons--sexual and state finances.
Key dates for HB3033: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Rulemaking: Establish grant application procedures, guidelines regarding grant amounts, and criteria for evaluating grant applications for eligible nonprofits. (Prior to 2026-01-01). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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