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TX SB617

Bill

Status

Passed

5/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles Schwertner

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Municipalities must hold a public hearing at least 90 days before converting any property under their control to provide housing for homeless individuals, with the hearing held within one mile of the property

  • Written notice of the hearing must be mailed to all residences and businesses within a one-mile radius of the property at least 36 hours before the hearing

  • Individuals entitled to notice who do not receive it may seek injunctive relief in district court to prevent the property conversion

  • State law requirements override any conflicting provisions in municipal charters regarding these conversions or notice requirements

  • Exemption applies for temporary shelter conversions during natural disasters, declared states of emergency, or other life-threatening public emergencies

Legislative Description

Relating to hearing and public notice requirements regarding the conversion by a municipality of certain properties to house homeless individuals.

City Government

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

5/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Intergovernmental Affairs4/9/2025
Local Government2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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