Texas SB2463 mandates lighting reduction policies for nonessential outdoor lighting owned by political subdivisions.

Texas SB2463 amends the Local Government Code to establish a Lights Out Policy for nonessential outdoor lighting. The policy requires political subdivisions to adopt ordinances or regulations that mandate turning off nonessential lighting between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. during migration seasons, reducing lighting in natural spaces, and aiming lights downward or using light shields or motion detectors to minimize light pollution. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2463 mandates lighting reduction policies for nonessential outdoor lighting owned by political subdivisions.

Texas SB2463 amends the Local Government Code to establish a Lights Out Policy for nonessential outdoor lighting. The policy requires political subdivisions to adopt ordinances or regulations that mandate turning off nonessential lighting between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. during migration seasons, reducing lighting in natural spaces, and aiming lights downward or using light shields or motion detectors to minimize light pollution. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.