Telecommuting

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on telecommuting passed in 2025?

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

Did telecommuting bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Telecommuting 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 telecommuting bills?

The leading authors of telecommuting legislation include Sen. Charles Creighton (R) with 1 bills, Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on telecommuting issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for telecommuting legislation?

Among the 2 telecommuting bills enacted, 1 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 telecommuting in Texas law?

Telecommuting legislation frequently overlaps with Labor--general, State Agencies, Boards & Commissions, Labor. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for telecommuting legislation in Texas?

Yes, 1 of the 2 telecommuting bills (50%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on telecommuting policy.

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

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