Effective September 1, 2025, Texas House Bill 346 introduces several new initiatives to streamline business filings and support veteran entrepreneurs. Key provisions include:
Texas Expedited Business Filings
The Texas Secretary of State will soon offer expedited processing for select business filings and record searches, including Certificates of Conversion, Merger, Amendment, Restated Formation, and Validation. Starting October 1, 2025, businesses can choose from three service tiers:
- Standard Expedited processing prioritizes submissions over non-expedited filings for a fee of $50 per document, in addition to the standard filing fee.
- Next-Day service ensures a decision by close of business the following day, provided the document is received by noon the prior day, for $500 per document.
- Same-Day service guarantees a decision by close of business if the document is received by noon, with a fee of $750 per document.
Same-Day and Next-Day filings must be submitted in person at the Secretary of State’s office in Austin. Expedited service does not guarantee approval, as each filing is subject to statutory review.
If you need assistance with Texas expedited business filings, our team is here to help. With experienced professionals based in Texas, we have boots on the ground and deep knowledge of the state’s filing requirements, agency procedures, and submission timelines. Whether you’re pursuing standard, next-day, or same-day service, we provide personalized guidance to ensure your documents are filed accurately and efficiently. Contact us today to leverage our local expertise and streamline your filing process.
Permanent Tax Relief for Veteran-Owned Businesses
The bill also makes permanent the franchise tax and filing fee exemptions for veteran-owned businesses, which were previously set to expire in 2026. This ensures long-term support for veterans launching and growing businesses in Texas.
For more details on this bill and other recently signed business legislation in Texas, visit https://tinyurl.com/tx-hb346. To read the House Bill 346 in its entirety, go here.