Texas Legislation

Texas House Bill 672 proposes to regulate how political contributions can be used by prohibiting their use to pay civil penalties or fines levied by the Texas Ethics Commission. This means politicians and political groups would not be allowed to use donated funds to cover costs associated with ethical violations.

Texas House Bill 671 aims to regulate how local governments, such as cities and counties, can use public funds for lobbying activities. The bill seeks to restrict these entities from using taxpayer money to influence legislation or government decisions at the state or federal level. It may also address other related activities that involve public funds.

Texas House Bill 670 allows local taxing authorities, except school districts, to set limits on property taxes for homes owned by disabled or elderly individuals and their surviving spouses. This means that these groups could see a cap on how much their property taxes can increase, potentially providing financial relief. The bill aims to make housing more affordable for these vulnerable populations.

Texas House Bill 669 aims to create a database listing employers who have been penalized for not paying wages or have been convicted of wage theft-related crimes. This database would help ensure transparency and accountability regarding wage payment practices in the state.

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Texas House Bill 667 proposes that public schools offer halal food options in their breakfast and lunch programs. This would ensure that students who follow halal dietary practices have access to meals that meet their religious requirements.

Texas House Bill 665 requires the Secretary of State to publish databases on its website that contain specific information about elections. This aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of election-related data for the public.

Texas House Bill 664 proposes that when municipalities in Texas award contracts, they should consider the location of the offeror's main office. This means local businesses might have an advantage in securing municipal contracts if their principal place of business is within the municipality awarding the contract.

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This bill proposes that cats and dogs used in research facilities be made available for adoption once they are no longer needed for research purposes. It aims to ensure that these animals have a chance to live in a loving home instead of being euthanized.

This bill aims to establish goals for the maximum number of cases that employees in child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services should handle. It also sets targets for how quickly calls related to these services should be processed.

Texas House Bill 661, introduced by Representative Barbara Gervin-Hawkins, proposes to establish a specific deadline for completing services outlined in a family service plan. This bill aims to ensure that families involved in such plans have a clear timeline for meeting required services, potentially leading to more efficient case resolutions.

Texas House Bill 659 proposes to incorporate cultural inclusion into the social studies curriculum in public schools. This means that students would learn about diverse cultures as part of their education, aiming to broaden their understanding of different cultural perspectives.