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SB 1045

Relating to the requirement that a state agency grant an opportunity for a public hearing before adopting certain rules.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Carol Alvarado and 6 co-sponsors

SB 1045 mandates Texas state agencies hold public hearings before adopting specific rules, expanding procedural requirements for regulatory development and stakeholder input.

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Bill Summary · SB 1045

Legislative bill overview

SB 1045 requires Texas state agencies to provide a public hearing opportunity before adopting certain rules. The bill appears to expand procedural requirements for rule-making, though the specific rules affected are not detailed in the available information. This is a relatively early-stage bill that was recently referred to the Business & Commerce Committee.

Why is this important

Public hearing requirements affect how regulations are developed and give stakeholders a formal opportunity to comment on proposed rules before they take effect. This can influence the transparency and inclusiveness of the regulatory process, potentially affecting businesses, workers, and citizens subject to state agency rules.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope definition: The bill's language "certain rules" is vague without seeing full text—clarity on which rules require hearings versus which don't could be contentious
  • Timeline and cost: Adding mandatory hearing requirements may increase the regulatory development timeline and administrative costs for state agencies
  • Regulatory burden debate: Business groups may support expanded hearings for accountability, while others may argue it slows necessary rule adoption or that agencies already provide adequate input opportunities

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

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