Endangered Species

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on endangered species passed in 2025?

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

Did endangered species bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

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

Which Texas legislators authored the most endangered species bills?

The leading authors of endangered species legislation include Rep. Erin Zwiener (D) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on endangered species issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for endangered species legislation?

Among the 1 endangered species 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 endangered species in Texas law?

Endangered Species legislation frequently overlaps with Animals, State Agencies, Boards & Commissions, Property Interests--property Owners Association. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for endangered species legislation in Texas?

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

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

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