Texas HB1189 restricts political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities and certain other actions.

Texas HB1189 amends the Texas Government Code to restrict political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities. Specifically, it prohibits political subdivisions from spending public funds to hire individuals required to register as lobbyists or to pay nonprofit state associations or organizations that hire lobbyists. The bill also allows taxpayers or residents to seek injunctive relief if a political subdivision engages in prohibited activities.

Texas HB1189 restricts political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities and certain other actions.

Texas HB1189 amends the Texas Government Code to restrict political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities. Specifically, it prohibits political subdivisions from spending public funds to hire individuals required to register as lobbyists or to pay nonprofit state associations or organizations that hire lobbyists. The bill also allows taxpayers or residents to seek injunctive relief if a political subdivision engages in prohibited activities.