HB 18: Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and certain political committees during certain periods in which a member is absent from a legislative session; authorizing a civil penalty.

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HB 18 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and certain political committees during certain periods in which a member is absent from a legislative session; authorizing a civil penalty. Primary sponsor: Matt Shaheen (Republican), Stan Gerdes (Republican), Valoree Swanson (Republican), Adam Hinojosa (Republican). It lists 26 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 17, 2025): Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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