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TX HB4038
Bill
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Vikki Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Prohibits political subdivisions from allowing installation of communication facility structures (such as cell towers) near endangered species habitats unless the structure is located at least twice its height away from the habitat
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Expands county commissioners court authority to regulate communication facility structure locations in unincorporated areas, removing previous limitations on which counties could exercise this power
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Maintains existing county authority to prohibit construction of communication facility structures within 300 feet, or the height of the structure (whichever is greater), of residential subdivisions
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Requires persons proposing to construct communication facilities in unincorporated county areas to file construction statements, federal permits (FCC/FAA), location plats, and contact information with designated county officials
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Applies only to permit applications submitted on or after the effective date, with immediate effect upon two-thirds legislative vote or September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate the installation of a communication facility structure near the habitat of endangered species.
Parks & Wildlife
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/1/2025