S.B. No. 1882, introduced by Bettencourt, amends the Local Government Code to establish new procedures for municipalities imposing moratoriums on property development. Key changes include the requirement for municipalities to hold two public hearings on proposed moratoriums, with the second hearing occurring no sooner than 30 days after the first. Additionally, the governing body must make a final determination on the moratorium within 12 days after the second hearing, ensuring that the ordinance receives at least two readings spaced 28 days apart and is approved by a two-thirds majority. The bill also clarifies that a moratorium will expire 90 days after adoption unless extended through a public hearing and specific findings.

The bill repeals certain existing provisions related to moratoriums and modifies the criteria for extending them. Notably, it removes the previous requirement for a temporary moratorium to take effect automatically after a notice is published and instead establishes a more structured process for adoption and extension. The changes aim to enhance transparency and public participation in the decision-making process regarding property development moratoriums. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 212.134, Local Government Code 212.1362 (Local Government Code 212)
Senate Committee Report: Local Government Code 212.134, Local Government Code 212.1362 (Local Government Code 212)