HB 4157·TX·house
Relating to liability protections for commercial space flight and exploration.
EnactedFiled Mar 10, 2025
Sponsor: Bonnen
Latest Action
Effective on 9/1/25
Jun 20, 2025
Summary
The bill defines a "space flight participant" as any non‑crew individual aboard a spacecraft, launch vehicle, or reentry vehicle and requires waiver agreements to meet detailed form requirements. It also makes reciprocal waivers under federal aviation regulations enforceable in Texas, including those by contractors and customers. The changes apply only to lawsuits that arise after September 1 2025.
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