Texas SB2299 restricts home-rule municipalities from altering governmental immunity without legislative approval.
Texas SB2299 amends the Local Government Code to restrict home-rule municipalities from adopting charter provisions or amendments that address climate change or environmental impact, or change governmental immunity. Such provisions require legislative approval before a vote can be held. Additionally, municipalities cannot adopt ordinances or measures altering governmental immunity without legislative resolution. The bill takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds of the legislature, otherwise it becomes effective September 1, 2025.
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