H.B. No. 141 introduces a new provision to the Texas Government Code regarding the vacancy of a legislative office due to excessive absence. Specifically, it establishes that a member of the legislature will vacate their office if they are absent from all proceedings of their respective house for seven consecutive days without a granted leave of absence. This new section, designated as Section 301.074, aims to ensure accountability among legislators by addressing prolonged absences.

The bill stipulates that the new rule regarding excessive absence will only apply to instances occurring on or after the effective date of the Act. Furthermore, it outlines that the Act will take effect immediately if it secures a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members of both houses; otherwise, it will become effective 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.

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