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Historical Texas Court Rules & Intent
Information on finding historical court rules for state and federal courts in Texas and resources to research the rule makers' intent.
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1938-current — Texas Bar Journal
Often contains notices of orders amending rules as well as articles discussing major amendments.
1941-current — Texas Rules Project
Historical versions of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. Compiled by the South Texas College of Law Library.
1955-current — Vernon's Texas Rules Annotated
Occasionally contains commentary about rules and the text of court orders in the year of a major amendment. Annotated, annually updated edition.
1982-current — Supreme Court Advisory Committee Transcripts
Supreme Court Advisory Committee transcripts and agendas.
Proposed Drafts of Rules
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