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TX HB3848

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ana Hernandez

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 754.015(e) of the Health and Safety Code to authorize the commission to "permit" (in addition to "require") electronic filing of inspection reports, documents, and fees for elevators, escalators, and related equipment

  • Adds electronic submission as a fourth method for determining timely filing of inspection reports and fees, alongside personal delivery, U.S. mail postmark, and commercial courier deposit

  • Establishes that the filing date for electronically submitted reports is the date of electronic submission, provided the submission follows the department's prescribed electronic format

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

  • Passed the House 116-16, Senate 31-0, with House concurrence on Senate amendments 101-30

Legislative Description

Relating to the electronic submission of inspection reports and filing fees for the inspection of elevators, escalators, and related equipment.

Occupational Regulation

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Business & Commerce5/13/2025
Licensing & Administrative Procedures3/26/2025

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