Boats & Boating

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on boats & boating passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 2 laws related to boats & boating. These bills were authored by 2 different legislators and address various aspects of boats & boating policy in Texas.

Did boats & boating bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Boats & Boating legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 House bills and 1 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most boats & boating bills?

The leading authors of boats & boating legislation include Sen. Carol Alvarado (D) with 1 bills, Rep. Cody Vasut (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on boats & boating issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for boats & boating legislation?

Among the 2 boats & boating bills enacted, 0 have critical compliance urgency and 1 have moderate urgency. Businesses should prioritize reviewing high-urgency bills for immediate compliance planning.

What subjects are related to boats & boating in Texas law?

Boats & Boating legislation frequently overlaps with Parks & Wildlife--water Safety, Parks & Wildlife, Parks & Wildlife Commission. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for boats & boating legislation in Texas?

Yes, 2 of the 2 boats & boating bills (100%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on boats & boating policy.

When do Texas boats & boating laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?

Most Texas legislation takes effect September 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Some boats & boating bills may have immediate effective dates or delayed implementation schedules. Review individual bills for specific effective dates and compliance deadlines.