The bill, H.B. No. 2337, introduces a new section to the Government Code that establishes the authority for the state of Texas to accept concurrent jurisdiction over United States military installations. This concurrent jurisdiction can be established upon a written application from an authorized representative of the United States to the governor. The application may seek either full or partial concurrent jurisdiction and can include land where no federal jurisdiction currently exists or land where jurisdiction was previously ceded to the United States. The bill outlines specific requirements for the application, including the identification of the representative, the subject matters for which concurrent jurisdiction is sought, and the necessary documentation regarding land ownership.

Additionally, the bill amends the heading of Section 2204.103 to clarify that while jurisdiction may be ceded to the United States, the state retains the authority to execute legal processes. It also provides protections for state agencies and political subdivisions from liability for actions occurring on land where concurrent jurisdiction is established. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 2204.103 (Government Code 2204)
House Committee Report: Government Code 2204.103 (Government Code 2204)