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TX HB1393

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Metcalf

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Texas would observe daylight saving time year-round, eliminating the biannual clock changes, with the new standard referred to as "Texas Time"

  • The year-round daylight saving time applies to both portions of Texas—areas using central standard time and areas using mountain standard time

  • The law takes effect only if the U.S. Congress enacts legislation authorizing Texas to observe permanent daylight saving time; without federal authorization, the act has no effect

  • Scheduled effective date is September 1, 2025, contingent on federal approval

  • Passed the House on April 16, 2025 (133-11) and the Senate on May 22, 2025 (26-5)

Legislative Description

Relating to daylight saving time.

Daylight Saving Time

Last Action

See remarks for effective date

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs4/24/2025
State Affairs3/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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