Rep. Brian Harrison wrote four bills that align with the priorities set by Texas Republicans.

Read through the description of these bills and look at much stronger and better Texas would be if these bills been allowed by Texas House Republican leadership to move forward. We need more representatives in the Texas House who fight for liberty principles.

Priority #3: Stop Sexualizing Texas' Kids

HB2572
Died in the House Committee on Culture, Recreation & Tourism, chaired by Republican Will Metcalf
HB 2572 prohibits public libraries, including public school libraries, from using public funds to support the American Library Association (ALA). This includes membership dues, participation in ALA-sponsored events, training programs, or any financial contributions to the organization. The bill applies only to expenditures made on or after its effective date, except for funds committed under contracts prior to the effective date. The legislation aims to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to support the ALA, citing concerns over the organization's influence on library policies and operations.

Priority #8: End Federal Overreach

HB383
Died in the House Committee on Trade, Workforce & Economic Development, chaired by Republican Angie Button
HB 383 prohibits private employers from adopting or enforcing mandates requiring individuals to be vaccinated against COVID-19. It expands existing provisions to include all persons, not just employees or contractors, and prevents adverse actions against individuals for refusing the vaccine. The bill provides a mechanism for individuals to file complaints with the relevant commission for violations. It also establishes that the provisions are severable, ensuring the remaining parts of the law stand if any portion is invalidated. The act takes effect immediately with a two-thirds legislative vote or on September 1, 2025.

HB964
Died in the House State Affairs Committee, chaired by Republican Ken King
HB 964 addresses the regulation of laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) during federally declared public health emergencies. It considers clinical laboratories conducting LDTs as state agencies for regulatory purposes, limiting the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's oversight. It ensures laboratories maintain liability under applicable laws while reinforcing intrastate control of health emergency responses. The bill takes effect immediately upon sufficient legislative approval or on September 1, 2025.

HB1333
Died in the House Committee on S/C on Transportation Funding, chaired by Republican Democrat, Terry Canales
HB 1333 revises toll collection and enforcement procedures for toll project entities in Texas. It introduces requirements for billing methods, administrative fees, and civil penalties for unpaid tolls. The bill mandates payment plan options and confidentiality of toll-related data, and it sets penalties for repeated nonpayment. It also consolidates provisions related to liability exceptions for leased, transferred, or stolen vehicles.

(Bill summary provided in part by Texas Policy Research)