HB 2329
AN ACT relating to the line of succession of individuals to serve as
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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What This Bill Does
Clarifies the line of succession for the commander-in-chief of Texas military forces when the governor is unable to perform duties. If the governor cannot serve, the successor designated by the state constitution or state law will take command of the Texas military forces, replacing the previous default of the adjutant general. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, ensuring a clear and legally defined chain of command during potential gubernatorial incapacitation.
Subject Areas
Bill Text
relating to the line of succession of individuals to serve as commander-in-chief of the state military forces. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 437.002(b), Government Code, is amended (b) If the governor is unable to perform the duties of commander-in-chief, the successor to the governor's authority as provided by the state constitution or other state law [adjutant general] shall command the Texas military forces[, unless the state constitution or other state law requires the lieutenant governor or the president of the senate to perform the duties of governor]. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
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Bill History
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to the line of succession of individuals to serve as
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