Texas bans public funding for immigration legal representation

Original title: Relating to a political subdivision's authority to use public money in the provision of legal services for individuals unlawfully present in the United States.

Last action · May 7, 2025: Committee report sent to CalendarsSponsors: Giovanni Capriglione and 7 others

Companion · SB 1005same policy, Senate version

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What This Bill Proposed

Texas prohibits state and local government entities from using public funds or grants to provide legal representation in immigration or s for individuals unlawfully present in the United States, effective September 1, 2025.

Background

House Bill 1554 was introduced in the 89th Texas Legislature regular session by Representative Capriglione and co-authors. context

Who It Would Have Affected

Groups the bill's text would have affected, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

governmental entity

State agencies, public institutions of higher education, and political subdivisions are prohibited from funding or seeking reimbursement for immigration legal services.

Directly affected

individuals unlawfully present in the United States

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does House Bill 1554 prohibit?

It prohibits state and local government entities, including s and public universities, from using public funds or grants to provide legal services in immigration-related civil proceedings for individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States.

Are there any exceptions for providing legal representation?

Yes. The restriction does not prohibit providing an attorney to an who is entitled to representation under Article 1.051 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, nor does it apply if required by the United States Constitution.

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Where This Stands

This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · in House committee.

Procedural history

12 actions

May 7, 2025House
Committee report sent to Calendars
May 6, 2025House
Committee report distributed
May 6, 2025House
Comte report filed with Committee Coordinator
Apr 30, 2025HouseCommittee
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
Apr 30, 2025House
Considered in public hearing
Apr 28, 2025House
Left pending in committee

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Apr 28, 2025House
Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
Apr 28, 2025House
Considered in public hearing
Apr 28, 2025House
Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
Mar 12, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to State Affairs
Mar 12, 2025HouseIntroduced
Read first time
Dec 10, 2024HouseIntroduced
Filed

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