Burglary

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on burglary passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 1 laws related to burglary. These bills were authored by 1 different legislators and address various aspects of burglary policy in Texas.

Did burglary bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Burglary legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 House bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most burglary bills?

The leading authors of burglary legislation include Rep. William Metcalf (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on burglary issues during the 89th Legislature.

What subjects are related to burglary in Texas law?

Burglary legislation frequently overlaps with Crimes--against Persons--sexual, Crime Victims, Crimes. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for burglary legislation in Texas?

Yes, 1 of the 1 burglary bills (100%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on burglary policy.

When do Texas burglary laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?

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