Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 5602: Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to use public money to provide legal services for individuals unlawfully present in the United States.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5602 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to use public money to provide legal services for individuals unlawfully present in the United States. Primary sponsor: Ellen Troxclair (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Troxclair | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 19 |
| Richard Hayes | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 57 |
| Hillary Hickland | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 55 |
| Lacey Hull | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 138 |
| Helen Kerwin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 58 |
| Will Metcalf | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 16 |
| Joanne Shofner | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 11 |
| Shelby Slawson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 59 |
“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