Mental Incompetency

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on mental incompetency passed in 2025?

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

Did mental incompetency bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

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

Which Texas legislators authored the most mental incompetency bills?

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

How urgent are the compliance requirements for mental incompetency legislation?

Among the 1 mental incompetency 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 mental incompetency in Texas law?

Mental Incompetency legislation frequently overlaps with Safety, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Procedure--general. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

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

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