Texas The year 2026 begins with A A wide-ranging legislative package Who adjusts Taxesorganizes the new Economic activitiesredefinition Judicial procedures And create a A stricter framework on immigration matters. The set of rules was approved last session and signed by the governor Greg AbbottCovers 31 laws that take effect on January 1.
SB 8 creates Chapter 753 of the Government Codewhich He forces the bailiffs to Counties with their own jails Or managed by third parties Ask and sign Cooperation agreements with ICE Under Federal Rule 287(g).
The standard requires that these agreements specify the duration, limitations and scope of delegated powers.
It also establishes a State support programadministered by the Comptroller, is intended to cover expenses not covered by the federal government. The amounts are distributed according to the size of the population: from $80,000 for small counties until $140,000 for areas with a population of more than one million.
Funds can only be spent on costs directly related to the agreement’s functions, such as training, staffing, reporting, and equipment maintenance.
The law requires the submission of periodic reports and authorizes the Public Prosecutor to direct the matter Take legal action against bailiffs who do not attempt to sign these agreements.
According to legislative information, The entire scheme It enters into force on January 1, 2026with a commitment to full compliance before December 1 of that year.
SB 38 amends Ownership symbol And expands The ability of the courts to handle evictions When it comes to people who entered or stayed without permission.
The standard requires that Eviction lawsuits It appears in the area where the property is located It provides strict rules regarding calculating deadlines, which include weekends and holidays. He explains that too The court can only decide on the issue of possessionnot on the title deed.
Also update Tenant notification process: details Correct delivery methodscreates Special rules when federal notification obligations exist and Counterclaims are prohibited Within the eviction file.
The legislative package also affects the management of public areas and the dissemination of government information.
One law consolidates this section, but it affects a sensitive sector.
This block makes up the bulk of the package Texas is launching. We are Measures related to the collection of propertyto standards Benefits account And the official requirements that specify Who can get the tax benefits?.
Another set of rules includes credits, eliminates mandatory transfers, and adjusts the tax treatment of specific activities.
Texas is also amending the framework for emerging economic activities and regulated occupations.
This sector includes reforms in private insurance and the unemployment system.