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introduced · Texas · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 171: Relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education from offering programs or courses in LGBTQ or DEI studies.

HB 171 prohibits Texas public universities from offering degree programs, minors, or courses focused on LGBTQ studies or diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The bill requires all academic programs to align with a definition of biological sex as "male" or "female" at conception, banning any content promoting "differential treatment" based on race, color, or ethnicity. It mandates annual state audits to ensure compliance, with non-compliant institutions facing withheld state funding and potential penalties for faculty violating the policy. This bill directly affects all 15 public universities in Texas, restricting curricular content and requiring adherence to specific biological sex definitions in academic programs.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationProhibits LGBTQ/DEI academic programs in Texas public universities, restricting curriculum and academic freedom per bill language.95% confidence
Brian Harrison (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 173: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying activities.

HB 173 prohibits political subdivisions (like cities, counties, or school districts) from using public funds to hire lobbyists or pay nonprofit associations that primarily represent such entities and hire lobbyists. It specifically bans spending public money to: (1) contract with registered lobbyists, or (2) support organizations that hire registered lobbyists for legislative advocacy. Exceptions include activities by sheriffs' associations, employees providing basic information to legislators, or nonprofits offering bill tracking or non-lobbying legislative services. The bill allows taxpayers to seek court injunctions and recover legal fees if a subdivision violates these restrictions.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts public funds from being used for lobbying, limiting government spending on advocacy activities within budget management.90% confidence
Briscoe Cain (R) Ellen Troxclair (R) Carl Tepper (R) Terri Leo-Wilson (R) · 31 co-sponsors
introduced · Texas · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 164: Relating to a study of alternative methods of taxation to replace revenue lost to political subdivisions if ad valorem taxes are abolished.

HB 164 creates a commission to study alternative tax methods that could replace revenue lost by local governments if property taxes are abolished. The commission, composed of the comptroller, legislative appointees, and public members, must report its findings - including legislative recommendations - by December 1, 2026. This bill does not change tax policy but authorizes a study to explore potential replacements for property tax revenue. It expires on September 1, 2027.
Brent Money (R) Andy Hopper (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 22, 2025

HJR 20: Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes.

HJR 20 proposes a constitutional amendment to end most property taxes (ad valorem taxes) imposed by local governments like cities and counties after January 1, 2030. It allows limited continuation of these taxes *only* to repay bonds issued before that date that were secured by property tax revenue. The amendment must be approved by Texas voters in a May 2, 2026, election, with a ballot asking voters to support "the constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes." If passed, this would significantly alter how local governments fund services by eliminating a primary revenue source.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill seeks to abolish most local property taxes (ad valorem), eliminating a primary revenue source for local budgets and services after 2030, directly restricting tax-based funding mechanisms.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationAbolishing property taxes eliminates a major school funding source, directly defunding K-12 education. Subjects explicitly include Taxation--School District (I0785).85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill eliminates property taxes, a key revenue source for local housing programs. This would likely reduce funding for affordable housing initiatives and weaken housing support services.85% confidence
Brent Money (R) Andy Hopper (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 163: Relating to the protection of an unborn child's rights and criminal liability and justification for prohibited conduct.

HB 163 defines an unborn child as a human being from fertilization until birth for legal purposes, requiring Texas criminal and civil laws to apply equally to unborn children as to born individuals. The bill repeals existing laws that permitted "prenatal homicide" (harming an unborn child without criminal penalty) and that could be interpreted as allowing pressure on pregnant women to obtain abortions. It adds exceptions for lifesaving medical procedures to save a pregnant mother's life (when steps are taken to save the unborn child) and for spontaneous miscarriages. This would change how offenses against unborn children are treated in Texas courts, including in criminal prosecutions for causing harm or death.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by making harm to unborn children a crime (repealing 'prenatal homicide' exceptions), directly increasing criminal liability for acts previously not prosecuted as homicide.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts abortion access by criminalizing harm to unborn children, repealing 'prenatal homicide' exemptions, and limiting abortion procedures except for lifesaving maternal care.95% confidence
Brent Money (R) Mitch Little (R) Andy Hopper (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HR 16: In memory of Robert Barrett of San Antonio.

This resolution honors Robert Barrett of San Antonio, who died on June 25, 2025, at age 94. It recognizes his career as Bexar County’s first Hispanic commercial insurance agent (starting in 1956), his community leadership roles (including YMCA chair and Economic Development Corporation board member), and his family. The Texas House of Representatives formally pays tribute to his life and extends condolences to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or funding provisions.
Trey Martinez Fischer (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HR 19: In memory of Dr. Judith Ann Jones Carrier of Fort Worth.

This House resolution honors Dr. Judith Ann Jones Carrier of Fort Worth, recognizing her life and contributions following her passing on July 5, 2025. It highlights her 16-year leadership as founding president of Tarrant County College’s Southeast Campus (1996-2012), her establishment of scholarships, and her civic roles as the first woman to lead the Fort Worth Rotary Club and Arlington Chamber of Commerce. The resolution pays tribute to her legacy in education and community service, extending sympathy to her family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.
Chris Turner (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HB 135: Relating to a comprehensive review of taxable goods and services.

HB 135 requires Texas' comptroller of public accounts to conduct a comprehensive review of the state's sales and use tax structure by inventorying all currently taxed and exempt goods/services, comparing Texas' tax base to other states, and identifying untaxed items common in other states or emerging in Texas. The review must include an economic analysis of potential tax expansions, covering revenue projections, distributional effects, and impacts on businesses and competitiveness. The comptroller must submit a report to state leaders by December 1, 2026, though the bill itself does not change tax rates or directly affect taxpayers. This is a procedural review bill, not a tax policy change.
Jay Dean (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HB 140: Relating to the repeal of a prohibition on property owners' association rental restrictions based on a person's method of payment.

HB 140 repeals a provision in the Texas Property Code (Section 202.024) that prohibited homeowners' associations (HOAs) from restricting rentals based on a tenant's payment method (e.g., cash, check, or digital payment). This change would allow HOAs to establish rules limiting rentals paid by certain methods, directly affecting HOAs and renters in communities governed by such associations. The bill takes effect 91 days after the legislative session ends, removing a current restriction on HOA policies. It is a procedural change focused solely on altering a specific legal provision, with no additional funding or implementation mechanisms.
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals prohibition on HOA rental payment restrictions, weakening tenant protections by allowing associations to limit payment methods like cash.85% confidence
Mark Dorazio (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HB 141: Relating to restrictions on political contributions by out-of-state contributors; providing a civil penalty.

HB 141 restricts political donations from out-of-state contributors to Texas candidates. It limits donations to $5,000 for statewide offices, $2,500 for district offices, and $1,000 for county offices. Candidates must return any excess donations within specified deadlines (by the end of the reporting period or within five days of receipt). Violators face civil penalties up to three times the amount of the prohibited contribution, enforced through a formal hearing process. The bill applies only to contributions accepted after its effective date.
Dade Phelan (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HR 18: In memory of Eva Charlotte Hahn of Temple.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) introduced by Representative Hickland to honor Eva Charlotte Hahn of Temple. The resolution commemorates her life, highlighting her journey as a Czechoslovakian refugee who escaped Nazi and communist regimes, contributed to developing the Salk polio vaccine in Australia, and later became a dedicated Temple community member, volunteer, and business owner. It pays tribute to her 59-year marriage, her service on Temple's Desegregation Committee, and her legacy as a mother, grandmother, and civic leader. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Texas House's collective remembrance of her life and extends sympathy to her family.
Hillary Hickland (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 21, 2025

HB 137: Relating to the collection of delinquent ad valorem taxes.

HB 137 modifies Texas property tax collection rules to protect property owners from excessive penalties. It requires tax collectors to apply payments first to the unpaid property tax amount (not penalties or interest) unless owners specify otherwise in writing. The bill also caps total penalties and interest on delinquent taxes at $500, regardless of what would otherwise accrue under existing law. This applies to payments received 91 days after the legislative session ends, directly affecting homeowners and property owners with overdue taxes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCaps penalties/interest on delinquent property taxes at $500, reducing financial burden on property owners and providing tax relief per fiscal responsibility indicators.92% confidence
Sergio Muñoz (D)
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