Texas HB4958 mandates disclosure on political ads for officeholders not on the ballot and authorizes a civil penalty for violations.

Texas HB4958 amends the Election Code to require disclosure on political advertising supporting or opposing officeholders not on the election ballot. Specifically, ads must indicate who paid for them and that they were paid for. Failure to comply results in a civil penalty determined by the commission, up to $4,000. This law takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4958 mandates disclosure on political ads for officeholders not on the ballot and authorizes a civil penalty for violations.

Texas HB4958 amends the Election Code to require disclosure on political advertising supporting or opposing officeholders not on the election ballot. Specifically, ads must indicate who paid for them and that they were paid for. Failure to comply results in a civil penalty determined by the commission, up to $4,000. This law takes effect September 1, 2025.