Bill

Bill > HB169


TX HB169

TX HB169
Relating to establishing a communications office in the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.


summary

Introduced
11/12/2024
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to establishing a communications office in the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a new communications office within the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office. The communications office will be responsible for marketing and promoting the state both domestically and internationally through various communication channels like advertising and public service announcements. The office is authorized to hire a director and necessary staff to carry out its core functions, which include preparing and distributing information about state and federal laws that are relevant to businesses, tourists, and immigrants entering Texas. The communications office will focus on helping potential visitors and businesses understand important legal requirements and programs related to entry into the state, with the broader goal of enhancing Texas's economic development and tourism efforts. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office time to prepare for implementing this new communications office.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development (on 02/27/2025)

bill text


bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Loading...
Loading...