Texas HB3906 allows certain counties to regulate noise levels at night in residential areas, excluding firearms and fireworks.

Texas HB3906 amends the Local Government Code to allow the commissioners court of a county with a population of 250,000 or less to regulate noise levels at night in residential areas within unincorporated areas. The regulation aims to promote public health, safety, and welfare. Notably, this authority does not extend to the regulation of firearms or fireworks. Violating a noise regulation order defined as an offense results in a Class C misdemeanor. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3906 allows certain counties to regulate noise levels at night in residential areas, excluding firearms and fireworks.

Texas HB3906 amends the Local Government Code to allow the commissioners court of a county with a population of 250,000 or less to regulate noise levels at night in residential areas within unincorporated areas. The regulation aims to promote public health, safety, and welfare. Notably, this authority does not extend to the regulation of firearms or fireworks. Violating a noise regulation order defined as an offense results in a Class C misdemeanor. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.