Bill > HB224

This bill, called the "Freedom of Speech Act", modifies Texas state law regarding government contracting by repealing several existing chapters of the Government Code (Chapters 2271, 2274, and 2276) that previously restricted state contracts with companies based on certain criteria related to boycotts and discrimination. The bill amends Section 403.606 of the Government Code to update the list of chapters that determine a company's eligibility for state contracts, specifically removing references to repealed chapters and adding a reference to Chapter 2275. Additionally, the bill modifies Section 2400.0015 to adjust language about investment prohibitions. The legislation will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the necessary immediate-effect vote. By removing these existing chapters, the bill appears to be changing previous restrictions on state contracting related to company practices or positions on certain issues.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB224