89th Legislature Regular Session

H.J.Res.47

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the Texas severance tax revenue and oil and natural gas (Texas STRONG) defense fund, dedicating the money in that fund to benefit areas of the state significantly affected by oil and gas production, and providing for the transfer of certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and certain other funds and accounts.

Chamber Passed·5/12/25

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Chamber Passed5/12/25

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Texas proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Texas severance tax revenue and oil and natural gas (Texas STRONG) defense fund.

The bill proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Texas severance tax revenue and oil and natural gas (Texas STRONG) defense fund. The fund will receive money from various sources, including transfers from the general revenue fund, appropriations by the legislature, and gifts or grants. The fund's money will benefit areas significantly affected by oil and gas production.

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Last: Passed the House · 104–27 · May 12, 2025
Current: Finance Committee
Next: Senate floor vote

H.J.Res.47

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H.J.Res.47

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H.J.Res.47

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H.J.Res.47

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