HB 87 Texas House · 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session (2025)

Relating to the use by a school district or a school district employee of public funds for lobbying activities.

HB 87 prohibits Texas school districts and their employees from using public funds to hire lobbyists or support organizations that hire lobbyists. It specifically bans spending taxpayer money to influence legislation through direct communication with lawmakers or their staff. Taxpayers can sue to stop violations and recover legal fees if they win such cases. The law applies to all public fund usage for lobbying activities after its effective date.
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Introduced Jul 14, 2025 Last action Jul 14, 2025
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