This bill proposes the creation of five new judicial districts within Harris County, Texas, to address the growing judicial needs of the area. Specifically, it introduces the 513th, 514th, and 515th Judicial Districts, which will be established on January 1, 2026, followed by the 516th and 517th Judicial Districts, set to be created on October 1, 2026. The new districts are intended to enhance the judicial system's capacity to handle cases more efficiently in Harris County.

The bill amends the Government Code by adding specific sections that define each of the new judicial districts, stating that each district is composed solely of Harris County. The legal language added includes Sections 24.60055 through 24.60059, which outline the establishment of these districts. The bill is set to take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.

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