Relating to expenditures for lobbying activities made by certain entities.

HB 228 prohibits state-funded entities from using public money for lobbying activities. It directly affects local governments and private organizations that receive state funds, banning them from paying for: (1) their own lobbying expenses, (2) registered lobbyists, (3) related entities of registered lobbyists, or (4) firms hired to influence legislation or policy. The bill amends Texas Government Code Section 556.0055 to enforce these restrictions, applying to expenditures made on or after its effective date. This policy change clarifies that state funds cannot support efforts to sway government decisions.