Bill > HB1377

This bill proposes to add a new chapter to the Texas Government Code that explicitly limits the jurisdiction and authority of three international organizations - the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations (UN), and the World Economic Forum (WEF) - within the state of Texas. Specifically, the bill declares that these organizations have no legal jurisdiction in Texas and prohibits any state or local government entity from enforcing or implementing any rules, fees, taxes, policies, or mandates originated by these organizations. This means that even if these international bodies create guidelines, regulations, or recommendations, Texas government agencies would be legally barred from following or acting upon them. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for its implementation. The legislation appears to be a response to concerns about international organizations' perceived influence over state-level governance and represents a strong statement of state sovereignty.

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