Bill > SB129

This bill proposes to add a new chapter to the Texas Government Code that explicitly limits the jurisdiction of three international organizations: the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations (UN), and the World Economic Forum (WEF). Specifically, the bill declares that these organizations have no legal jurisdiction within the state of Texas and prohibits state and local government entities from enforcing or implementing any rules, fees, taxes, policies, or mandates issued by these organizations. The legislation is broad in scope, effectively nullifying any potential directives or guidelines from these international bodies at the state and local levels. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving state agencies and political subdivisions time to prepare for its implementation. While the bill does not provide detailed rationale for these restrictions, it appears to be part of a broader effort to assert state sovereignty and limit the influence of international organizations in Texas governance.

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