Texas HB4314 prohibits local governments from disqualifying vendors based on fossil fuel involvement.

Texas HB4314 amends the Local Government Code to prohibit political subdivisions from disqualifying vendors in contractor selection processes based on their involvement in fossil fuel activities. This includes companies that explore, produce, use, transport, sell, or manufacture fossil fuel-based energy, as well as those that invest in, assist, or do business with such companies. The prohibition applies to processes initiated after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4314 prohibits local governments from disqualifying vendors based on fossil fuel involvement.

Texas HB4314 amends the Local Government Code to prohibit political subdivisions from disqualifying vendors in contractor selection processes based on their involvement in fossil fuel activities. This includes companies that explore, produce, use, transport, sell, or manufacture fossil fuel-based energy, as well as those that invest in, assist, or do business with such companies. The prohibition applies to processes initiated after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.