Texas SB1005 prohibits governmental entities from using public money for legal services for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.

Texas SB1005 amends the Government Code to prohibit governmental entities from using public money, including grants, for legal services in immigration-related proceedings for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. This includes seeking reimbursement from the state for such services. The prohibition does not apply if required by the U.S. Constitution or if providing an attorney to an indigent defendant entitled to representation under Article 1.051, Code of Criminal Procedure. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1005 prohibits governmental entities from using public money for legal services for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.

Texas SB1005 amends the Government Code to prohibit governmental entities from using public money, including grants, for legal services in immigration-related proceedings for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. This includes seeking reimbursement from the state for such services. The prohibition does not apply if required by the U.S. Constitution or if providing an attorney to an indigent defendant entitled to representation under Article 1.051, Code of Criminal Procedure. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.