Title
Discussion regarding a legislative update from Focused Advocacy.
Summary
In October, City Council adopted a Legislative Agenda that identifies the priorities and positions that the City will take on certain legislative items. The 88th Legislative Session began on January 12, 2021. This item has been included for a Legislative Update provided by Focused Advocacy.
Dates of Interest for the 88th Regular Session:
November 14, 2022: Bill prefiling begins (House Rule 8, Section 7 and Senate Rule 7.04(a))
January 10, 2023: 88th Legislature convenes at noon (Texas Constitution, Article III, Section 5(a); Texas Government Code, Section 301.001)
March 10, 2023: 60-day bill filing deadline (Texas Constitution, Article III, Section 5(b))
May 29, 2023: Adjournment sine die (Texas Constitution, Article III, Section 24(b))
June 18, 2023: Post-session 20-day deadline for Governor to sign or veto (Texas Constitution, Article IV, Section 14)
August 28, 2023: Effective date (91st day after adjournment) (Texas Constitution, Article III, Section 39)
The City's Legislative Agenda is also available on the City of Pflugerville website: https://www.pflugervilletx.gov/city-government/city-council-and-mayor/our-legislative-agenda
Prior City Council Action
October 11, 2022: Council passed a resolution establishing a Legislative Agenda for the 88th Legislative Session.
Supporting documents attached:
Resolution Establishing Legislative Agenda
88th Legislature Dates of Interest
Recommended Action
Discuss only.