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HB 926

Relating to the adoption and voidability of certain rules proposed by a state agency.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brian Harrison

HB 926 modifies Texas state agency rule adoption procedures and establishes grounds for voiding certain proposed rules, affecting regulatory authority and implementation timelines.

Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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Bill Summary · HB 926

Legislative bill overview

HB 926 addresses the procedures by which state agencies in Texas can adopt rules and establishes conditions under which certain proposed rules can be voided. The bill appears to create new requirements or restrictions around rule-making authority and possibly allows for challenge or invalidation of rules under specified circumstances.

Why is this important

Rule-making authority is fundamental to how government agencies implement and enforce laws. Changes to these procedures can significantly affect regulatory compliance costs for businesses, the speed of government operations, and the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches. This directly impacts how quickly agencies can respond to problems and how much flexibility they have in interpreting legislation.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory uncertainty: Provisions allowing rules to be voided could create unpredictability for regulated entities trying to maintain compliance
  • Agency efficiency vs. legislative oversight: Stricter adoption procedures may slow government response to emerging issues, or conversely, new voidability provisions could undermine executive authority
  • Specificity of triggers: The bill's criteria for when rules can be voided will determine whether this is a narrow fix or a broad constraint on agency discretion

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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