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TX HB4712

TX HB4712
Relating to an annual report by the comptroller of public accounts on the fiscal impact to this state of persons not lawfully present.


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Introduced
03/12/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to an annual report by the comptroller of public accounts on the fiscal impact to this state of persons not lawfully present.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts to prepare and publish an annual comprehensive report detailing the fiscal impact of individuals not lawfully present in the state. The report must be submitted by June 30th each year to state leadership and posted online, covering specific cost categories including healthcare (such as uncompensated medical care and Medicaid usage), law enforcement and criminal justice expenses, public education costs, welfare and public assistance expenditures, and economic impact data like wage suppression and employment displacement. The bill defines "persons not lawfully present" as non-U.S. citizens who are not permanent legal residents or authorized workers. The comptroller must hold a public hearing to review the report and receive stakeholder feedback, and various state agencies (including Health and Human Services, Criminal Justice, Public Safety, Education Agency, and Workforce Commission) are required to submit requested information by March 1st each year. Additionally, the comptroller can request the state auditor's assistance in verifying data accuracy and must establish standardized reporting forms and auditing procedures. If state agencies fail to provide accurate information, the legislature may take punitive actions, such as reducing future budget appropriations. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs (on 04/03/2025)

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