The bill, H.B. No. 180, aims to enhance border protection agreements between Texas and the United Mexican States. It emphasizes the state's responsibility to protect its citizens and maintain sovereignty over its borders, mandating that individuals entering Texas from foreign countries do so through legal ports of entry. To facilitate this, the bill introduces a new chapter in the Government Code, specifically Chapter 795, which outlines the authority for the governor to coordinate and execute agreements with the United Mexican States regarding border protection.

Under the newly inserted Chapter 795, the governor is granted the authority to develop agreements with Mexican authorities to ensure the safety and defense of Texas citizens. Additionally, the governor may appoint a group of individuals to engage with local, state, and federal authorities in Mexico to coordinate these agreements, allowing for operations within the United Mexican States as necessary. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Title , Government Code 2.01 (Title , Government Code 2)
House Committee Report: Title , Government Code 2.01 (Title , Government Code 2)