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

SB 13: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying activities.

Passed one chamber Last action August 20, 2025: Referred to State Affairs

Plain-language summary

SB 13 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on August 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying activities. Primary sponsor: Mayes Middleton (Republican), Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Birdwell, Donna Campbell (Republican), Creighton, Flores, Brent Hagenbuch (Republican), Bob Hall (Republican), Adam Hinojosa (Republican), King, Lois Kolkhorst (Republican), Tan Parker (Republican), Angela Paxton (Republican), Charles Schwertner (Republican), Kevin Sparks (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mayes Middleton (Republican); Paul Bettencourt (Republican); Birdwell; Donna Campbell (Republican); and 11 more. 1 co-sponsor.