H.B. No. 2512 amends the Local Government Code to establish new procedures for the release of certain areas from a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The bill specifies that the extraterritorial jurisdiction cannot be reduced without the municipality's written consent, except in specific circumstances, including compliance with new provisions under Sections 42.0235 and Subchapters D or E. Additionally, it outlines the conditions under which areas may be exempt from the applicability of certain regulations, such as proximity to military bases and population growth criteria.

The bill also introduces a process for residents to petition for the release of their area from extraterritorial jurisdiction, requiring signatures from at least five percent of registered voters in the area. It mandates that municipalities notify residents and landowners of any petitions received within seven business days. Furthermore, it establishes a new section allowing landowners the option to opt out of removal from the extraterritorial jurisdiction before any release occurs. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply to petitions or elections filed after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
House Committee Report: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Engrossed: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Senate Committee Report: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Enrolled: Local Government Code 42.023, Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151, Local Government Code 42.152 (Local Government Code 42)