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TX HJR8
TX HJR8Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that members of the legislature are not entitled to receive a state salary, per diem, or reimbursement for mileage for an unexcused absence when the applicable house of the legislature lacks a quorum.
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Introduced
08/15/2025
08/15/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
09/03/2025
09/03/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Bill Summary
A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing that members of the legislature are not entitled to receive a state salary, per diem, or reimbursement for mileage for an unexcused absence when the applicable house of the legislature lacks a quorum.
AI Summary
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to the Texas Constitution that would prevent legislators from receiving their state salary, daily allowance (per diem), or mileage reimbursement during periods when they are absent without an excuse and their legislative house lacks a quorum to conduct business. A quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present to legally conduct official legislative business. The proposed amendment would specifically modify Section 24 of Article III of the Texas Constitution by adding a new subsection that stipulates these financial penalties for unexcused absences that prevent the legislative body from functioning. If approved, the amendment would be submitted to Texas voters for consideration at a statewide election on May 2, 2026, with ballot language clearly describing the proposed change to legislative compensation rules.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Filed (on 08/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HJR8 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/892/billtext/html/HJ00008I.htm |
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