Relating to the jurisdiction and enforcement of certain policies of certain international organizations.
HB 1281 prohibits Texas state and local government entities - including state agencies, municipalities, counties, special districts, and their employees (like police departments and prosecutors - from enforcing rules, fees, taxes, or mandates from the World Health Organization, United Nations, or World Economic Forum. The bill directly affects all state and local government operations that might interact with these international organizations. It allows any Texas resident to file a complaint with the Attorney General if they believe an entity is violating this prohibition, enabling the Attorney General to sue for compliance and recover related costs. The bill would take effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote, or on September 1, 2025, if not.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 10, 2025
Last action Apr 30, 2025
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4
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Apr 30, 2025
Lower · Passed
No action taken in committee
lower
Mar 10, 2025
Committee
Referred to State Affairs
lower
Mar 10, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mike Olcott
RRepublican
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