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TX SB599
Bill
Status
5/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Royce West
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AI Summary
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Prohibits political subdivisions (cities, counties, etc.) from adopting or enforcing ordinances that impose health and safety standards on group day-care homes or family homes that exceed state standards
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Applies only to day-care homes that are licensed, registered, or listed under Chapter 42 of the Human Resources Code through the Health and Human Services Commission
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Creates regulatory uniformity by establishing state standards as the ceiling for local regulation of home-based child care facilities
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Passed the Senate on April 1, 2025 (31-0) and the House on April 30, 2025 (135-6)
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate a licensed, registered, or listed group day-care home or family home.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
Effective immediately
5/15/2025