Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 796: Relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive.

Passed one chamber Last action May 28, 2025: Record vote

Plain-language summary

HB 796 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of the legislature to determine that certain federal directives are unconstitutional and to prohibit certain government officers and employees from enforcing or assisting in the enforcement of the directive. Primary sponsor: Cecil Bell (Republican), David Spiller (Republican), Stan Gerdes (Republican), Terri Leo-Wilson (Republican), Will Metcalf (Republican), King. It lists 23 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2025): Record vote.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Cecil Bell (Republican); David Spiller (Republican); Stan Gerdes (Republican); Terri Leo-Wilson (Republican); and 2 more. 23 co-sponsors.