House bill · 892

HB 255

Relating to the creation of additional judicial districts composed of Harris County.

Progress

0 days from first to latest action, across 1 recorded action.

Filed
Aug 19
Referred to committee
Stopped here
Heard in committee
Reported from committee
Passed first chamber
Passed second chamber
Sent to governor
Became law

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Filed
Aug 19, 2025 · House

Authors

Johnson–

Topics

Courts: Civil Procedure Courts: District

Bill text

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