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TX HB4202
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Valoree Swanson
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 121.005(a) of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code to expand acceptable methods for verifying the identity of a credible witness during notarization of written instruments
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Allows a credible witness to verify identity by presenting a current government-issued photo ID with signature from any federal or state government, as an alternative to being personally known to the notary officer
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Maintains existing requirements that officers may accept government-issued photo ID from the acknowledging person directly, or a current foreign passport for residential real estate transactions
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Passed the House on May 10, 2025, with a vote of 129-0, and the Senate on May 28, 2025, with a vote of 31-0
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving two-thirds vote in both chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to proof of identity of a person making an acknowledgment of a written instrument.
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
Last Action
Effective immediately
6/20/2025