Texas · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) · Bill
HB 229: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 229 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities. Primary sponsor: Jared Patterson (Republican), Cole Hefner (Republican), Matt Shaheen (Republican), Terry Wilson (Republican), Will Metcalf (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jared Patterson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 106 |
| Cole Hefner | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5 |
| Matt Shaheen | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 66 |
| Terry Wilson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 20 |
| Will Metcalf | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to State Affairs
- Read first time
- Filed