Texas prohibits governmental contracts with Chinese companies for information and communications technology.
The bill prohibits Texas governmental entities from entering into contracts with Chinese companies for information and communications technology. Vendors must verify they are not Chinese companies and will not use Chinese companies in their contracts. Exceptions require governor approval. Violations result in contract termination, civil penalties, and criminal charges. The law applies to contracts with public bids after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.
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