The Texas House of Representatives convened for the 89th Legislative Session's First Called Session on July 30, 2025. The meeting commenced with a quorum present, followed by an invocation led by Furman Carpenter, chaplain of the Department of Public Safety. Carpenter expressed gratitude for the state and its lawmakers, emphasizing the importance of community support during tragedies.

Following the invocation, the House honored the United States and Texas flags with pledges of allegiance. Several members were excused from the session for various reasons, including important business in their districts and attending a funeral.

The session proceeded with a message from the Senate, informing the House of actions taken. The Senate passed SCR 1, a resolution granting permission for the legislature to adjourn for more than three days, effective from July 30, 2025, until May 2025. Representative Harris explained the resolution, which was then put to a vote. The resolution was adopted with 117 votes in favor and 14 against.

Additionally, a motion was made to allow all committees and subcommittees to meet while the House is in session through August 4, which was approved without objection.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn pending the reading and referral of bills and receipt of messages until 10 AM on Monday, which also passed without objection. Overall, the session focused on procedural matters and set the stage for upcoming legislative activities.