The bill amends the Texas Family Code to establish a stricter age requirement for marriage licenses, stating that no county clerk may issue a marriage license if either applicant is under 18 years of age, regardless of whether they have obtained a court order removing the disabilities of minority. This change is reflected in the amendments to Sections 2.009(a), 2.101, and 6.205, which remove previous provisions that allowed for exceptions based on court orders. Additionally, Section 2.003 is repealed, further solidifying the new age restriction.

The bill specifies that these amendments will apply only to marriage license applications filed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025, and marriages entered into after that date. Applications and marriages that occurred before this date will continue to be governed by the existing laws. This legislative change aims to ensure that individuals under 18 cannot legally marry in Texas, thereby enhancing protections for minors.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Family Code 2.009, Family Code 2.101, Family Code 6.205, Family Code 2.003 (Family Code 2, Family Code 6)