Texas Legislative Calendar
Key dates and deadlines for the Texas Legislature to help you plan your government relations strategy.
Understanding the Texas Legislative Cycle
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.
89th Legislative Session (2025)
89th Legislature Convenes
SessionThe 89th Texas Legislature convenes at noon for the regular session.
Bill Filing Deadline
DeadlineLast day for filing bills and joint resolutions other than local bills, emergency appropriations, and bills that have been declared an emergency by the governor.
Last Day of Regular Session
SessionSine die - final day of the 140-day regular session.
Post-Session Deadline
DeadlineLast day the governor can sign or veto bills passed during the regular legislative session.
Effective Date
DeadlineEffective date of bills passed during the regular session (unless specified otherwise).
Interim Activities (2025)
Senate Transportation Committee Hearing
HearingInterim hearing on transportation infrastructure funding and priorities for the next biennium.
House Energy Resources Committee
HearingInterim hearing on the state of the Texas energy grid and regulatory considerations.
Interim Charges Released
InterimLieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House release interim charges for committees to study before the next legislative session.
Senate Health & Human Services Committee
HearingInterim hearing on healthcare access and affordability in rural Texas communities.
House Appropriations Committee
HearingInterim hearing on state budget priorities and revenue projections for the 2026-2027 biennium.
Important Note
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.
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