The bill, H.B. No. 4506, amends the Local Government Code to allow for the electronic delivery of notices regarding municipal zoning changes. Specifically, it requires municipalities to provide written notice of public hearings related to zoning regulations or boundary changes to property owners and occupants, which can now be delivered via United States mail or electronically. The notice must be sent at least 10 days before the hearing and must include specific information about the hearing, including a warning about potential loss of property use rights.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that mandates municipalities to establish an online portal for recipients to opt-in for electronic notices and manage their preferences. This electronic delivery can be done through email or text message, ensuring that property owners and relevant parties receive timely information about zoning changes. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 211.007 (Local Government Code 211)