Bill > HB5304

This bill introduces new campaign contribution limits for candidates in Texas, specifically capping contributions at $10,000 for statewide office and legislative candidates, and for statewide judicial candidates. The legislation amends the Election Code to establish these limits, which apply to both direct contributions to a candidate and contributions to specific-purpose committees supporting that candidate or opposing their opponent. For judicial candidates, the bill reduces the maximum contribution from general-purpose committees for statewide judicial offices from $25,000 to $10,000, while maintaining the $5,000 limit for other judicial offices. The changes will only apply to campaign contributions made on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, and contributions made before this date will be governed by the previous legal limits. The purpose of this bill appears to be to reduce the potential influence of large campaign donations and promote more equitable campaign financing across different political offices in Texas.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB5304