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TX SB1198
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brian Birdwell
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AI Summary
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Adds spaceport facilities to the definition of "critical infrastructure facility" under Texas Government Code, providing enhanced criminal and civil liability protections for these sites
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Designates as critical infrastructure any property or facility used for launch, landing, recovery, or testing of spacecraft, including temporary hazard areas related to FAA-authorized launch complex operations
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Extends critical infrastructure protections to spaceport facilities under construction, along with all equipment and appurtenances used during construction
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Applies only to offenses committed and causes of action accruing on or after September 1, 2025
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Passed the Senate 30-1 on March 24, 2025; House adopted with amendments 121-17 on May 23, 2025; Conference Committee Report adopted by both chambers on May 30, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the designation of spaceports as critical infrastructure facilities for purposes of criminal and civil liability.
Transportation
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025