Rep. Ana Hernandez introduced HB 2186, a bill on Occupational Regulation, to the Texas House on Tuesday, Jan. 28 during the 89(R) legislative session, according to the Texas Legislature website.
More specifically, the official text was summarized by the state legislature as ’’relating to the regulation of elevator mechanics, elevator apprentices, and contractors; requiring an occupational registration’’.
The following is our breakdown, based on the actual bill text, and may include interpretation to clarify its provisions.
This bill amends the Health and Safety Code to regulate elevator mechanics, apprentices, and contractors through a mandatory occupational registration process effective Sept. 1, 2025. It defines “contractor,” “elevator mechanic,” and “elevator apprentice” roles, requiring registration for individuals performing or assisting with the installation, construction, and maintenance of elevator equipment. The bill mandates annual certifications, continuing education, and general liability insurance for contractors, and it outlines the formulation of a registry for relevant professionals. Additionally, it stipulates contractor responsibilities in hiring registered personnel. The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation must adopt necessary rules by March 31, 2026, and registration requirements for individuals will take effect on Nov. 1, 2026.
Ana Hernandez, the vice chair of the House Committee on State Affairs, proposed another 25 bills during the 89(R) legislative session. She is also a member of the House Committee on Calendars, a member of the House Committee on Licensing & Administrative Procedures, and a member of the House Committee on S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband.
Hernandez graduated from the University of Houston in 1999 with a BS and again in 2004 from University of Texas School of Law with a JD.
Ana Hernandez is currently serving in the Texas State House, representing the state’s 143rd House district. She replaced previous state representative Joe Moreno in 2005.
Bills in Texas go through a multi-step legislative process, including committee review, debates, and votes in both chambers before reaching a final decision. Each session, there are typically thousands of bills introduced, but only a portion successfully navigate the process to become law.
You can read more about the bills and other measures here.
| Legislative Session | Bill Number | Date Introduced | Short Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89(R) | HB 2009 | 01/22/2025 | Relating to an annual occupational medical examination for fire fighters |
| 89(R) | HB 1996 | 01/22/2025 | Relating to the eligibility of children enrolled in a special education program for free prekindergarten programs in public schools |
| 89(R) | HB 1995 | 01/22/2025 | Relating to the notification of a peace officer through an indication associated with vehicle registration that the vehicle owner may be transporting a person with a disability |
| 89(R) | HB 1814 | 01/10/2025 | Relating to changes to certain marriage-related forms |
| 89(R) | HB 1809 | 01/09/2025 | Relating to prohibited insurance discrimination on the basis of an insured’s marital status following the death of the insured’s spouse |
| 89(R) | HB 1788 | 01/08/2025 | Relating to continuing education for barbers and cosmetologists on identifying and assisting victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking |
| 89(R) | HB 1732 | 01/03/2025 | Relating to the regulation of massage therapy |
| 89(R) | HB 1684 | 12/20/2024 | Relating to safety standards for private passenger van services that transport students to and from public primary and secondary schools |
| 89(R) | HB 1676 | 12/19/2024 | Relating to the period during which an employee may file a claim for unpaid wages with the Texas Workforce Commission |
| 89(R) | HB 1568 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to the placement and use of video recording equipment in certain child-care facilities |
| 89(R) | HB 1567 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to the eligibility for unemployment compensation of certain employees who leave the workplace to care for a minor child |
| 89(R) | HB 1564 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to the maximum length of a train |
| 89(R) | HB 1563 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to the release of a tier two form listing hazardous chemicals that is in the possession of a political subdivision of this state |
| 89(R) | HB 1562 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to massage student permits |
| 89(R) | HB 1561 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to the licensing of legal permanent residents as county jailers by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the hiring of those legal permanent residents by political subdivisions |
| 89(R) | HB 1559 | 12/10/2024 | Relating to prohibited nonconsensual medical procedures and treatment on certain minors with intersex traits |
| 89(R) | HB 1517 | 12/04/2024 | Relating to enforcement of municipal ordinances by certain constables |
| 89(R) | HB 1445 | 11/21/2024 | Relating to the compensation of counsel appointed to provide representation and services to indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile proceedings |
| 89(R) | HB 1365 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child |
| 89(R) | HB 1364 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to the provision of uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage in automobile liability insurance policies |
| 89(R) | HB 1363 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to implicit bias training for justices and judges of state courts, judicial officers, certain court personnel, and attorneys licensed to practice law in this state |
| 89(R) | HB 1362 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to eligibility for unemployment compensation for employees who leave the workplace due to sexual harassment |
| 89(R) | HB 1361 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to the distribution of funds designated for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program |
| 89(R) | HB 1360 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the construction or alteration of residential or commercial buildings |
| 89(R) | HB 1359 | 11/15/2024 | Relating to a program to provide assistance for certain retail electric customers |
| 88(R) | HB 4806 | 03/10/2023 | Relating to the authority of certain special purpose districts to impose impact fees in certain areas |
| 88(R) | HB 4585 | 03/09/2023 | Relating to the prohibited release by a public agency of personal affiliation information regarding the members, supporters, or volunteers of or donors to certain nonprofit organizations; creating a criminal offense |
| 88(R) | HB 3778 | 03/07/2023 | Relating to reimbursement rates for eye health care services providers participating in the Medicaid managed care program |
| 88(R) | HB 3712 | 03/06/2023 | Relating to authorizing a holder of a distributor’s license to provide samples of malt beverages to retailers |
| 88(R) | HB 3508 | 03/03/2023 | Relating to the operation of public electric vehicle charging stations |
| 88(R) | HB 3219 | 03/02/2023 | Relating to transmission and distribution utility access to certain portions of the electricity supply chain map |
| 88(R) | HB 3239 | 03/02/2023 | Relating to the participation of distributed energy resources in the ERCOT ancillary services and wholesale energy markets |
| 88(R) | HB 3312 | 03/02/2023 | Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the building products, materials, or methods used in the construction of residential or commercial buildings |
| 88(R) | HB 3078 | 03/01/2023 | Relating to a program to provide assistance for certain retail electric customers |
| 88(R) | HB 3109 | 03/01/2023 | Relating to provision of notice by a vehicle storage facility through a Texas Department of Motor Vehicles electronic system; authorizing a fee |
| 88(R) | HB 2990 | 02/28/2023 | Relating to establishing residency for purposes of admission into public schools |
| 88(R) | HB 3020 | 02/28/2023 | Relating to entry into a massage establishment or massage school for an inspection or investigation |
| 88(R) | HB 2717 | 02/23/2023 | Relating to the maximum length of a train |
| 88(R) | HB 2224 | 02/13/2023 | Relating to the authority of a municipality to alter speed limits |
| 88(R) | HB 2122 | 02/09/2023 | Relating to the composition of the Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council |
| 88(R) | HB 2011 | 02/07/2023 | Relating to massage student permits |
| 88(R) | HB 2016 | 02/07/2023 | Relating to the eligibility requirements for a license as a massage establishment, massage school, massage therapist, or massage therapy instructor |
| 88(R) | HB 1964 | 02/06/2023 | Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report to an employee or authorized representative of a vehicle storage facility |
| 88(R) | HB 1870 | 02/03/2023 | Relating to safety standards for private passenger van services that transport students to and from public primary and secondary schools |
| 88(R) | HB 1797 | 01/30/2023 | Relating to public school policy regarding the prevention of heat stress |
| 88(R) | HB 1679 | 01/26/2023 | Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child |
| 88(R) | HB 1681 | 01/26/2023 | Relating to the establishment of an energy efficiency program for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools |
| 88(R) | HB 1684 | 01/26/2023 | Relating to the form of a driver’s license or personal identification certificate issued to persons convicted of certain human trafficking offenses |
| 88(R) | HB 1685 | 01/26/2023 | Relating to certain statutory changes to reflect and address same-sex marriages |
| 88(R) | HB 1717 | 01/26/2023 | Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with a disability in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting |
