HB18

Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and certain political committees during certain periods in which a member is absent from a legislative session; authorizing a civil penalty.

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Restricts political contributions and expenditures by legislators absent without leave to impede legislative action.

The bill restricts political contributions and expenditures by legislators absent without leave to impede legislative action. It prohibits contributions exceeding a single day of legislative per diem and expenditures for travel, food, or lodging during such absences. It mandates the return of contributions received during these periods and authorizes a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for violations. The Fifteenth Court of Appeals District has exclusive appellate jurisdiction over related matters.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

18 Yea

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8 Nay

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4 Absent

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Calendar

Sep 3, 2025

5:00 PM

Senate State Affairs Committee Hearing

Aug 25, 2025

11:00 AM

House Elections Committee Hearing

History

Sep 17, 2025

Signed by the Governor

Sep 17, 2025

Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 4, 2025

Sep 4, 2025

Senate

Laid before the Senate