Unclaimed Property

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on unclaimed property passed in 2025?

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

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

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

Which Texas legislators authored the most unclaimed property bills?

The leading authors of unclaimed property legislation include Rep. Charles Cunningham (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on unclaimed property issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for unclaimed property legislation?

Among the 1 unclaimed 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 unclaimed property in Texas law?

Unclaimed Property legislation frequently overlaps with Criminal Procedure, Public Notice, Property Interests--personal Property. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for unclaimed property legislation in Texas?

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

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

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