The bill, S.B. No. 40, mandates the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System to conduct a comprehensive study on digital court reporting. This study will evaluate the current implementation of digital court reporting in Texas courts, focusing on aspects such as cost, access, accuracy, and effectiveness. Additionally, the study will include an analysis of how digital court reporting is utilized in other states and jurisdictions, and it will provide recommendations for any necessary legislative changes to improve its use in Texas.

The Office is required to submit a report detailing the findings of the study by October 1, 2026, to key state officials, including the governor and legislative committees. The bill also establishes an expiration date of September 1, 2027, and will take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.