Senate General Investigating Committee on the July 2025 Flooding Events

Jurisdiction

The committee was created by Senate Resolution 2 from the second called special session of the 89th Legislature and consists of five senators appointed by the President of the Senate. Under SR 2, the committee is charged to:

1. Make a complete and thorough examination of the facts and circumstances surrounding the flooding events which occurred on or about July 4, 2025, and which resulted in the tragic loss of life and injuries to Texans;
2. Include in that examination the actions taken at youth summer camps in connection with the July 2025 flooding events; and
3. Exercise all the powers and duties and operate according to the procedures prescribed by Subchapter B, Chapter 301, Government Code, and the Rules of the Senate, as applicable.

The committee meets jointly with the House General Investigating Committee on the July 2025 Flooding Events, established by House Resolution 177.

Source: Senate Rules, 89th Legislature.

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