Surplus Property

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on surplus property passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 2 laws related to surplus property. These bills were authored by 2 different legislators and address various aspects of surplus property policy in Texas.

Did surplus property bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Surplus Property legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 1 House bills and 1 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most surplus property bills?

The leading authors of surplus property legislation include Rep. Eddie Morales (D) with 1 bills, Sen. Royce West (D) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on surplus property issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for surplus property legislation?

Among the 2 surplus property 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 surplus property in Texas law?

Surplus Property legislation frequently overlaps with County Government, Purchasing, Purchasing--state. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for surplus property legislation in Texas?

Yes, 2 of the 2 surplus property bills (100%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on surplus property policy.

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

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