Texas HB76 prohibits political subdivisions from using public funds to pay bail bonds.
Texas HB76 amends the Local Government Code to restrict political subdivisions from spending public funds to pay bail bonds. If a political subdivision engages in such activity, taxpayers or residents can seek injunctive relief to prevent further use of public funds and recover reasonable attorney's fees and costs. The Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
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