Texas HB2338 modifies rules for state agency rule adoption and voidability.

Texas HB2338 amends the Government Code to exempt certain rules from procedural requirements. Specifically, it excludes rules related to state agency procurement, those amended to reduce burdens or costs for regulated persons, and those adopted in response to natural disasters, for federal funding compliance, to protect water resources, or by certain state agencies. The changes apply to rules proposed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. Rules proposed before this date remain governed by existing law.

Texas HB2338 modifies rules for state agency rule adoption and voidability.

Texas HB2338 amends the Government Code to exempt certain rules from procedural requirements. Specifically, it excludes rules related to state agency procurement, those amended to reduce burdens or costs for regulated persons, and those adopted in response to natural disasters, for federal funding compliance, to protect water resources, or by certain state agencies. The changes apply to rules proposed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. Rules proposed before this date remain governed by existing law.