Relating to the taking of certain depositions and the dismissal of certain civil actions in connection with allegations of family violence and abusive conduct.
Bill overview
Relating to the taking of certain depositions and the dismissal of certain civil actions in connection with allegations of family violence and abusive conduct.
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HB 4027 sources, status methodology and verification
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KeepTXRed summary
HB 4027 was a House-passed civil-procedure proposal intended to prevent alleged abusers from using depositions or civil litigation to harass victims of family violence or other abusive conduct. It did not become law.
What would change
The proposal would have required heightened disclosures and a clear-and-convincing-evidence finding before allowing certain pre-suit depositions of alleged victims and created a procedure to seek dismissal when a civil proceeding was being used to harass, intimidate or control an alleged victim, with provisions for costs and attorney fees.
Who may be affected
Victims of family violence, sexual offenses, stalking or trafficking, alleged abusers, civil litigants, attorneys and trial courts.
When it would take effect
HB 4027 did not take effect. It passed the House and was referred to Senate State Affairs on May 12, 2025, but did not receive final Senate passage.
Limits and uncertainty
The special deposition and dismissal protections proposed by HB 4027 were not enacted through this bill. Existing protective-order, civil-procedure and anti-harassment remedies remain controlling.
Editorial sources and review notes
Official House text, committee analysis and legislative stages reviewed.
Editorial explanation reviewed 9/6/2026.
Current status
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Referred to State Affairs
Latest official action
Referred to State Affairs
May 12, 2025 · house
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