Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 239: 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
SB 239 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on November 12, 2024. 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: Mayes Middleton (Republican), Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Creighton, Bob Hall (Republican), King, Charles Schwertner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayes Middleton | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 11 |
| Paul Bettencourt | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 7 |
| Creighton | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Bob Hall | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
| King | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Charles Schwertner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 5 |
“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
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate