HB 736

Relating to certain procedures for civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 736 modifies procedural requirements for civil suits initiated by local governments or affected individuals regarding violations of laws or permits overseen by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. It removes the 90-day waiting period for filing claims after notifying the attorney general or commission, allowing immediate action unless proceedings or civil suits are already underway. The Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Author (2)

Lulu Flores Ana-Maria Ramos

Co-Author (1)

Penny Morales Shaw

Contact the Author

Rep. Lulu Flores

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0674

Capitol Office:

EXT E2.310

E-Mail:

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