Texas HB5298 restricts contributions and lobbyist compensation by gubernatorial appointees.

Texas HB5298 amends the Government Code to restrict political contributions and lobbyist compensation by individuals appointed to public office by the governor. Specifically, individuals are ineligible for gubernatorial appointments if they made contributions exceeding $2,500 to the governor or a specific-purpose committee supporting the governor in the preceding year. Appointees must attest that they will not compensate lobbyists for communications with state officials and will comply with contribution limits. Violations are a Class A misdemeanor and may result in damages to the state.

Texas HB5298 restricts contributions and lobbyist compensation by gubernatorial appointees.

Texas HB5298 amends the Government Code to restrict political contributions and lobbyist compensation by individuals appointed to public office by the governor. Specifically, individuals are ineligible for gubernatorial appointments if they made contributions exceeding $2,500 to the governor or a specific-purpose committee supporting the governor in the preceding year. Appointees must attest that they will not compensate lobbyists for communications with state officials and will comply with contribution limits. Violations are a Class A misdemeanor and may result in damages to the state.