Oaths

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on oaths passed in 2025?

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

Did oaths bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

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

Which Texas legislators authored the most oaths bills?

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

How urgent are the compliance requirements for oaths legislation?

Among the 1 oaths 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 oaths in Texas law?

Oaths legislation frequently overlaps with Special Districts & Authorities, Occupational Regulation, Civil Remedies & Liabilities. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for oaths legislation in Texas?

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

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

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