Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 401: Relating to a criminal offense for creating and distributing certain misleading videos with the intent to influence the outcome of an election.

In committee Last action April 3, 2025: Left pending in committee

Plain-language summary

HB 401 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a criminal offense for creating and distributing certain misleading videos with the intent to influence the outcome of an election. Primary sponsor: Mary González (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Left pending in committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mary González (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.