Texas HB940 amends administrative law judge procedures in contested cases.

Texas HB940 amends the Government Code to change how administrative law judges handle contested cases. The bill mandates that administrative law judges render final decisions within 60 days after the hearing closes or documents are due. It prohibits state agencies from altering judges' findings or orders unless specific conditions are met. HB940 also expands the roles of administrative law judges, allowing them to administer oaths, take testimony, and issue discovery orders. The changes apply to hearings commenced after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB940 amends administrative law judge procedures in contested cases.

Texas HB940 amends the Government Code to change how administrative law judges handle contested cases. The bill mandates that administrative law judges render final decisions within 60 days after the hearing closes or documents are due. It prohibits state agencies from altering judges' findings or orders unless specific conditions are met. HB940 also expands the roles of administrative law judges, allowing them to administer oaths, take testimony, and issue discovery orders. The changes apply to hearings commenced after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.