Every two years, the Texas legislature meets for a regular session that lasts 140 days. During this time, lawmakers propose and pass legislation, filing thousands of bills that will impact the entire state.
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Salman is working hard to pass bills that expand our economy, strengthen our public schools, and create a healthier Texas. Rep. Bhojani is working with his colleagues to advance legislation that addresses kitchen table issues Texans face every day and fight against divisive bills that further isolate Texans.
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Here's a look at what we worked on last session.
Designated certain religious holy days as optional holidays.
Expanded health benefit plan coverage of telemedicine & telehealth appointments
Provided alternative testing dates to the administration of state testing on religious holy days.
Established the College for Y’all program, helping students cut costs and break down barriers at two-year public higher education institutions.
Ensured religious leaders of all faiths to legally conduct a marriage ceremony recognized by state law
Installed electric vehicle charging stations in state-owned garages.
Expanded access to telehealth when temporarily out of state
Regulated the use of artificial intelligence systems in state matters; providing civil penalties
Increased notary public transparency
Protected railroad workers by increasing penalties for reckless driving at railroad crossings
Required social media platforms to promptly investigate and remove explicit deepfakes
Protected private property rights by combatting deed fraud
Authorized the abolishment of unnecessary and wasteful programs under the state comptroller
Strengthened the Texas Department of Insurance’s ability to investigate arson and fraud
After filing and passing key legislation in the 88th and 89th sessions, we are gearing up for the 90th Legislative Session starting January 12th, 2027. Stay tuned for what’s next!