S.B. No. 764 amends the Texas Occupations Code regarding the procedures for hearings conducted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation concerning the denial of an electrician's license or disciplinary actions against electricians. The bill specifically modifies Section 1305.253(b) by removing the provision that allowed hearings to be conducted by a designated hearings officer from the commission. Instead, it clarifies that such proceedings will be governed by Chapter 2001 of the Government Code.

The changes introduced by this Act will only apply to hearings that commence on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. Hearings that begin before this date will continue to be governed by the previous law, ensuring a smooth transition to the new regulations. The bill passed both the Senate and the House unanimously, indicating strong legislative support for the proposed changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1305.253 (Occupations Code 1305)
Senate Committee Report: Occupations Code 1305.253 (Occupations Code 1305)
Engrossed: Occupations Code 1305.253 (Occupations Code 1305)
House Committee Report: Occupations Code 1305.253 (Occupations Code 1305)
Enrolled: Occupations Code 1305.253 (Occupations Code 1305)