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TX HB2128

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Spiller

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service must conduct a study comparing rural firefighting and technical rescue capabilities with those of urban municipalities

  • Study must examine disparities in funding for personnel and equipment, availability of qualified candidates for firefighting and rescue positions, and opportunities for affordable training

  • Report with findings and recommendations due to the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house by December 1, 2026

  • Act takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025; expires September 1, 2027

  • Passed House 139-7 on May 6, 2025 and Senate 31-0 on May 27, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a study of rural firefighting and technical rescue service capabilities.

Health

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs5/7/2025
Agriculture & Livestock3/14/2025

Full Bill Text

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