Civil Commitment

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on civil commitment passed in 2025?

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

Did civil commitment bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Civil Commitment legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most civil commitment bills?

The leading authors of civil commitment legislation include Sen. Charles Perry (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on civil commitment issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for civil commitment legislation?

Among the 1 civil commitment 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 civil commitment in Texas law?

Civil Commitment legislation frequently overlaps with Sexual Harassment, Magistrates, Criminal Procedure. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

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

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