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TX HB554
Bill
Status
5/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Terri Leo-Wilson
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AI Summary
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Creates a new fireworks sales period from June 14 through midnight on June 19 for Juneteenth, but only in counties where the commissioners court has approved such sales
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Requires the Texas A&M Forest Service to provide drought condition determination services during the Juneteenth fireworks season, in addition to existing holiday periods
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Establishes June 1 as the deadline for counties to adopt orders regarding fireworks restrictions for the Juneteenth season
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Passed the House on May 1, 2025 (126-7) and the Senate on May 13, 2025 (31-0)
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Juneteenth holiday.
County Government
Last Action
Effective immediately
5/26/2025