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TX SB1258

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Nichols

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "pore space" as geologic structures below the surface of land, including voids and cavities

  • Establishes that ownership of pore space is vested in the surface estate owner(s) by default, unless expressly modified, reserved, or altered by a deed, conveyance, lease, or contract

  • Preserves existing common law regarding the relationship between mineral and surface estates

  • Adds new Subchapter H to Chapter 5 of the Texas Property Code

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the ownership of the pore space underlying the surface of land.

Property Interests

Last Action

Referred to Natural Resources

2/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources2/28/2025

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