Texas HB5350 requires state agencies to notify and allow public comment on policies affecting private persons.

Texas HB5350 amends the Government Code to establish a process for public notice and comment on policies implemented or adopted by state agencies that affect private persons. State agencies must notify the public of their intention to adopt such policies and provide a reasonable opportunity for public comment, similar to how they would handle rule proposals. Agencies must also consider all received comments when finalizing these policies. The changes apply to policies implemented or adopted after the act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB5350 requires state agencies to notify and allow public comment on policies affecting private persons.

Texas HB5350 amends the Government Code to establish a process for public notice and comment on policies implemented or adopted by state agencies that affect private persons. State agencies must notify the public of their intention to adopt such policies and provide a reasonable opportunity for public comment, similar to how they would handle rule proposals. Agencies must also consider all received comments when finalizing these policies. The changes apply to policies implemented or adopted after the act's effective date of September 1, 2025.