HB 755 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to certain requirements applicable to certain public entities that engage in lobbying.

HB 755 restricts how certain public entities in Texas, like cities, school districts, universities, and utility authorities, spend public money to hire lobbyists. It requires these entities to get a public vote approving any lobbying contract, disclose all contract details online (including amounts and names), and ban reimbursements for food or entertainment related to lobbying. The bill also prohibits lobbying efforts targeting specific tax code changes and allows residents to file complaints with the Ethics Commission for non-compliance. These rules apply only to the listed public entities, not private groups or individuals.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Apr 14, 2025
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Apr 14, 2025
Lower · Passed
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Apr 14, 2025
Lower · Passed
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Mar 5, 2025
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Mar 5, 2025
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3 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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