Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 1303: Relating to certain criminal offenses involving illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, including the enforcement of those offenses; increasing criminal penalties.

In committee Last action March 10, 2025: Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 1303 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 13, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to certain criminal offenses involving illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, including the enforcement of those offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Primary sponsor: Andy Hopper (Republican). It lists 17 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2025): Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Andy Hopper (Republican). 17 co-sponsors.