The bill amends various sections of the Government Code to clarify the organization and authority of the Texas State Guard and the Texas National Guard. Key provisions include defining the "director" as the military commander of the Texas State Guard, while the adjutant general is designated as responsible solely for the Texas National Guard. The governor is granted the authority to delegate powers to both the adjutant general and the director, and the bill outlines the appointment process for the director, who will serve a two-year term and must meet specific qualifications. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the need for public comment on issues related to the construction and maintenance of Texas National Guard facilities.

Further amendments focus on the operational framework of the Texas State Guard, including recruitment, retention, and training strategies. The director is empowered to hire administrative support and develop targeted recruitment campaigns, while also organizing specialized units within the Texas State Guard. The bill mandates the transfer of employees and functions from the Texas Military Department to the Texas State Guard by September 1, 2026, and requires the governor to appoint a director by February 1, 2026. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the effectiveness and readiness of the Texas State Guard in responding to state emergencies and security needs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 437.001, Government Code 437.002, Government Code 437.003, Government Code 437.004, Government Code 437.005, Government Code 437.006, Government Code 437.053, Government Code 437.058, Government Code 437.059, Government Code 437.107, Government Code 437.110, Government Code 437.111, Government Code 437.114, Government Code 437.119, Government Code 437.152, Government Code 437.155, Government Code 437.160, Government Code 437.163, Government Code 437.201, Government Code 437.206, Government Code 437.211, Government Code 437.212, Government Code 437.219, Government Code 437.221, Government Code 437.225, Government Code 437.228, Government Code 437.229, Government Code 437.231, Government Code 437.355, Government Code 437.357 (Government Code 437)