Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution
HJR 160: Proposing a constitutional amendment specifying the authority of the attorney general to prosecute a criminal offense prescribed by the election laws of this state.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HJR 160 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment specifying the authority of the attorney general to prosecute a criminal offense prescribed by the election laws of this state. Primary sponsor: Matt Morgan (Republican), Katrina Pierson (Republican), Marc LaHood (Republican), Andy Hopper (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
| Katrina Pierson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Marc LaHood | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 121 |
| Andy Hopper | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 64 |
| Richard Hayes | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 57 |
| Hillary Hickland | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 55 |
| Helen Kerwin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 58 |
| Joanne Shofner | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 11 |
“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