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TX SB395
Bill
Status
11/19/2024
Primary Sponsor
Mayes Middleton
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AI Summary
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Prohibits political subdivisions (cities, counties, etc.) from adopting or enforcing ordinances, orders, regulations, or other measures that establish or operate guaranteed income programs unless explicitly authorized by state law
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Defines "guaranteed income program" as a program providing unconditional, regular cash payments to individuals for any purpose without requirements attached
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Exempts programs that require recipients to seek employment, perform work, or attend career/job training as a condition of receiving payments from the prohibition
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Allows existing guaranteed income programs established before the effective date to continue operating until January 1, 2026, or until the measure expires, whichever comes first
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Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of the legislature, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to establish and operate a guaranteed income program.
County Government
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
2/3/2025