Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 686: Relating to required disclosures on certain political advertising by political committees; providing a civil penalty.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 686 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to required disclosures on certain political advertising by political committees; providing a civil penalty. Primary sponsor: Terri Leo-Wilson (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terri Leo-Wilson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Joanne Shofner | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 11 |
| Valoree Swanson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 150 |
“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