Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

HJR 161: Proposing a constitutional amendment adding individuals who are not United States citizens to the classes of persons not allowed to vote in this state.

In committee Last action May 9, 2025: Laid on the table subject to call

Plain-language summary

HJR 161 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas House on March 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment adding individuals who are not United States citizens to the classes of persons not allowed to vote in this state. Primary sponsor: Candy Noble (Republican), Philip Cortez (Democratic), Matt Shaheen (Republican), Todd Hunter (Republican), Sergio Muñoz (Democratic). It lists 35 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 9, 2025): Laid on the table subject to call.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Candy Noble (Republican); Philip Cortez (Democratic); Matt Shaheen (Republican); Todd Hunter (Republican); and 1 more. 35 co-sponsors.