Countdown For
Important Dates in the 89th Legislature
The Texas Constitution requires the Legislature to convene for up to 140 days in odd-numbered years and defines the periods of legislative activity. From filing deadlines to the last day of the session, these dates shape the flow of legislation and determine the opportunities for citizen engagement.
Learn more about these dates in “Understanding the Key Deadlines of the 89th Texas Legislature.”
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Feb. 13: Committees can consider any legislation
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March 14: All legislation can be voted on
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March 15: Non-emergency bills can be voted on
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May 12: Last day for House committees to report bills
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May 15: Last day House can consider its "second reading" bills
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May 16: Last day House can consider its "third reading" legislation
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May 23: Last day for House to consider "third reading" Senate bills
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May 27: Last day for House to consider Senate "second reading" bills
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May 28: Last day for House to consider Senate's "third reading" bills
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June 2: Final day of Session (Sine Die)
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June 22: Last day for Governor to sign or veto bills
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