Texas HB1907 prohibits governmental contracts with Chinese companies for certain information and communications technology, with exceptions and.

HB1907 amends the Texas Government Code to prohibit governmental entities from entering into contracts with companies that are either wholly or majority-owned by the Chinese government or have significant Chinese government influence. Vendors must verify they are not such companies. Exceptions are allowed if the governor approves and if no other vendors are available or the cost to find an alternative vendor would be excessive. Violations result in contract termination, civil penalties, and criminal offenses. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1907 prohibits governmental contracts with Chinese companies for certain information and communications technology, with exceptions and.

HB1907 amends the Texas Government Code to prohibit governmental entities from entering into contracts with companies that are either wholly or majority-owned by the Chinese government or have significant Chinese government influence. Vendors must verify they are not such companies. Exceptions are allowed if the governor approves and if no other vendors are available or the cost to find an alternative vendor would be excessive. Violations result in contract termination, civil penalties, and criminal offenses. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.