Texas HB4177, the "Freedom of Speech Act," aims to prevent state contracts with companies that boycott or discriminate against certain entities.

Texas HB4177, known as the "Freedom of Speech Act," modifies eligibility for state contracts by making companies that boycott or discriminate against certain entities ineligible to apply for or enter into state contracts. It amends Section 403.606 of the Government Code to reflect this change. Additionally, it repeals Section 2400.0015 and several chapters of the Government Code, including Chapters 808, 809, 2271, and 2274. The Act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses of the Texas Legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4177, the "Freedom of Speech Act," aims to prevent state contracts with companies that boycott or discriminate against certain entities.

Texas HB4177, known as the "Freedom of Speech Act," modifies eligibility for state contracts by making companies that boycott or discriminate against certain entities ineligible to apply for or enter into state contracts. It amends Section 403.606 of the Government Code to reflect this change. Additionally, it repeals Section 2400.0015 and several chapters of the Government Code, including Chapters 808, 809, 2271, and 2274. The Act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses of the Texas Legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.