When was Texas House Bill HB 173 introduced?

HB 173 was introduced on Jul 22, 2025.

What's the current status of Texas House Bill HB 173?

The latest action on HB 173 by the House was: Filed on Jul 22, 2025.

Who introduced Texas House Bill HB 173?

HB 173 was introduced by Ellen Troxclair.

Bill tracking in Texas - HB 173 (891 legislative session)

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Jul 22, 2025
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HB 173

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Companion bills: SB 12, HB 209, HB 296

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Ellen Troxclair
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(R - 19)
Briscoe Cain
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(R - 128)
Terri Leo Wilson
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(R - 23)
Tepper
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Alders
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Bumgarner
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Dorazio
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Frank
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Harris Davila
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Hayes
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Hickland
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Holt
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Hopper
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Isaac
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Kerwin
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LaHood
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Luther
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Olcott
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Paul
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Pierson
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Richardson
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Schofield
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Shofner
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Slawson
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Spiller
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Swanson
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Toth
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Villalobos
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Virdell
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Jul 22, 2025 | House
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