Loading chat...
TX HB4621
Bill
Status
5/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ana Hernandez
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Allows the person conducting a marriage ceremony to authorize the married parties themselves to return the completed marriage license to the county clerk, rather than requiring the officiant to do so
-
The marriage license must still be returned by the existing deadline prescribed in current law
-
Exempts both the officiant and the authorized married parties from the misdemeanor offense (fine of $200-$500) for failing to return the license when this authorization is granted
-
Applies only to marriage ceremonies conducted on or after September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the return of a completed marriage license to a county clerk after the marriage ceremony.
Electronic Information Systems
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs
5/16/2025