The bill establishes the Task Force on Modernizing Manufacturing within the Government Code, specifically adding Subchapter HH. The task force is created to study the modernization of manufacturing in Texas and will consist of 11 members, including representatives from small, mid-sized, and large manufacturers, experts in automation and digital technologies, and a member from the Texas Workforce Commission. The executive director of the relevant office will serve as the presiding officer, and the task force will meet as called by this officer.

The task force is tasked with several duties, including studying the current state of manufacturing, identifying barriers to adopting new technologies, developing recommendations for supportive policies, and evaluating the economic impact of modernization efforts. The office will provide necessary administrative support, and a report detailing the task force's findings and recommendations is due by October 1, 2026. The task force will be dissolved, and the subchapter will expire on September 1, 2027.

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