Drought

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on drought passed in 2025?

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

Did drought bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

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

Which Texas legislators authored the most drought bills?

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

How urgent are the compliance requirements for drought legislation?

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

What subjects are related to drought in Texas law?

Drought legislation frequently overlaps with Special Districts & Authorities--groundwater Conserve Dist., Special Districts & Authorities, Water--conservation. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for drought legislation in Texas?

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

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

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