Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 4492: Relating to the failure to pay child support by certain biological fathers; creating a criminal offense.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4492 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the failure to pay child support by certain biological fathers; creating a criminal offense. Primary sponsor: Jo Jones (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2025): Subcommittee meeting cancelled.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Jones | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 147 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Subcommittee meeting cancelled
- Scheduled for public hearing in s/c on . . .
- Referred to s/c on Family & Fiduciary Relationships by Speaker
- Read first time
- Filed