S.B. No. 1198 amends the Government Code to designate spaceports as critical infrastructure facilities, thereby expanding the definition of such facilities. The bill includes new provisions that classify any property related to the operation of a launch complex authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as facilities used for the launch, landing, recovery, or testing of spacecraft, as critical infrastructure. Additionally, it specifies that properties, facilities, or pipelines under construction, along with the equipment used during that construction, are also included in this designation.

The changes in law introduced by this bill will only apply to offenses and causes of action that occur on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. Offenses or causes of action that arise before this date will continue to be governed by the existing laws in effect at the time of the offense or cause of action. This ensures that the new legal framework does not retroactively affect prior incidents or claims.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 424.001 (Government Code 424)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 424.001 (Government Code 424)
Engrossed: Government Code 424.001 (Government Code 424)
House Committee Report: Government Code 424.001 (Government Code 424)
Enrolled: Government Code 424.001 (Government Code 424)