Relating to public use of audio and visual materials produced by the legislative branch.
HB 3047 clarifies that all audio and visual materials created by Texas legislative bodies (including committees and agencies) are public property with no copyright restrictions. This means anyone can freely use recordings, photos, or videos from legislative sessions or committee meetings without needing permission. The bill removes existing copyright barriers by adding a new section to the Government Code and repealing two older provisions. It takes effect on September 1, 2025, making legislative recordings fully accessible to the public.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 20, 2025
Last action Mar 20, 2025
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Committee
1
Mar 20, 2025
Committee
Referred to House Administration
lower
Mar 20, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Daniel Alders
RRepublican
Co
Brent Money
RRepublican
Co
Briscoe Cain
RRepublican
Co
Cody Vasut
RRepublican
Co
Keresa Richardson
RRepublican
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