Texas HB167 restricts political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities.

Texas HB167 amends the Government Code to prohibit political subdivisions from spending public funds on lobbying activities. Specifically, it bans the use of public funds to hire or contract with individuals required to register as lobbyists, or to pay associations or organizations that hire such individuals. Exceptions include providing legislative services, communicating with legislators without requiring lobbyist registration, and testifying before the legislature.

Texas HB167 restricts political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities.

Texas HB167 amends the Government Code to prohibit political subdivisions from spending public funds on lobbying activities. Specifically, it bans the use of public funds to hire or contract with individuals required to register as lobbyists, or to pay associations or organizations that hire such individuals. Exceptions include providing legislative services, communicating with legislators without requiring lobbyist registration, and testifying before the legislature.