New laws taking effect in January in Texas

A handful of bills previously passed during Texas’ 88th legislative session became effective on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2025 — touching on a range of topics related to vehicle inspections, data privacy, and property taxes.

Here’s a look at the biggest state laws that took effect last week.

House Bill (HB) 3297.

Most Texans won’t have to bring their personal vehicles into the auto shop for a state …