Texas SB2100 makes legislative audio and visual materials public and exempt from copyright.

Texas SB2100 amends the Government Code to clarify that all audio and visual materials produced by the Texas legislature or its committees are public records and not subject to copyright restrictions. This change affects the public's access to legislative recordings, ensuring they can be freely used without legal barriers. The bill also repeals existing sections related to legislative materials, effective September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2100 makes legislative audio and visual materials public and exempt from copyright.

Texas SB2100 amends the Government Code to clarify that all audio and visual materials produced by the Texas legislature or its committees are public records and not subject to copyright restrictions. This change affects the public's access to legislative recordings, ensuring they can be freely used without legal barriers. The bill also repeals existing sections related to legislative materials, effective September 1, 2025.