Texas · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) · Bill

HB 229: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities.

In committee Last action August 20, 2025: Referred to State Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 229 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities. Primary sponsor: Jared Patterson (Republican), Cole Hefner (Republican), Matt Shaheen (Republican), Terry Wilson (Republican), Will Metcalf (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jared Patterson (Republican); Cole Hefner (Republican); Matt Shaheen (Republican); Terry Wilson (Republican); and 1 more.