Open-space Land

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on open-space land passed in 2025?

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

Did open-space land bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Open-space Land legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 House bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most open-space land bills?

The leading authors of open-space land legislation include Rep. Ryan Guillen (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on open-space land issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for open-space land legislation?

Among the 1 open-space land 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 open-space land in Texas law?

Open-space Land legislation frequently overlaps with Agriculture, Taxation, Taxation--property-appraisals & Appraisal Districts. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for open-space land legislation in Texas?

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

When do Texas open-space land laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?

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