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Introduced
11/12/2024
11/12/2024
In Committee
03/04/2025
03/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the jurisdiction of certain international organizations.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to add a new chapter to the Texas Government Code that 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 authority within the state of Texas and prohibits state and local government entities from enforcing or implementing any rules, fees, taxes, policies, or mandates originating from these organizations. By establishing this legal restriction, the bill aims to prevent these international bodies from influencing or directing state-level policies and decision-making. The provisions would take effect on September 1, 2025, giving state agencies and political subdivisions time to adjust to the new legal framework. The bill appears to be part of a broader movement challenging the perceived authority of international organizations in domestic governance.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (17)
Terri Leo-Wilson (R)*,
Mike Olcott (R)*,
Ben Bumgarner (R),
Cody Harris (R),
Richard Hayes (R),
Hillary Hickland (R),
Andy Hopper (R),
Lacey Hull (R),
Helen Kerwin (R),
Mitch Little (R),
Will Metcalf (R),
Matt Morgan (R),
Joanne Shofner (R),
Shelby Slawson (R),
Valoree Swanson (R),
Tony Tinderholt (R),
Terry Wilson (R),
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs (on 03/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB706 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB00706I.htm |
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