Texas HB81 restricts political subdivisions from using public funds for lobbying activities.
Texas HB81 amends the Government Code to prohibit political subdivisions from spending public funds on lobbying activities, including hiring lobbyists, advocating for or against legislation, and testifying before the legislature. Exceptions include providing information to legislators and reimbursing travel expenses for officers or employees engaging in permitted activities. Violators face injunctive relief and taxpayers can recover attorney's fees.
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