Texas Legislative Calendar 2025-2026
A comprehensive calendar of key dates and deadlines for the Texas Legislature
A comprehensive calendar of key dates and deadlines for the Texas Legislature
The Texas Legislature meets in regular session every two years convening on the second Tuesday in January of odd-numbered years. These regular sessions are limited to 140 days. The Governor can also call special sessions as needed which can last up to 30 days each.
The most important legislative work often happens during the interim period—the 18+ months between regular sessions. This is when committees study issues hold hearings and develop recommendations for the next session.
The 89th Texas Legislature convenes at noon for the regular session.
Last day for filing bills and joint resolutions other than local bills, emergency appropriations, and bills that have been declared an emergency by the governor.
Sine die - final day of the 140-day regular session.
Last day the governor can sign or veto bills passed during the regular legislative session.
Effective date of bills passed during the regular session (unless specified otherwise).
Interim hearing on transportation infrastructure funding and priorities for the next biennium.
Interim hearing on the state of the Texas energy grid and regulatory considerations.
Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House release interim charges for committees to study before the next legislative session.
Interim hearing on healthcare access and affordability in rural Texas communities.
Interim hearing on state budget priorities and revenue projections for the 2026-2027 biennium.
This calendar provides general guidance on key legislative dates. Committee schedules and hearing dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, we recommend checking the official Texas Legislature Online portal: https://capitol.texas.gov/