The Texas Sovereignty Act aims to assert the state's sovereignty against federal actions that are deemed unconstitutional. It emphasizes that the federal government is limited to powers explicitly granted by the U.S. Constitution, and any actions beyond these powers are considered unconstitutional. The Act requires all officials at federal, state, and local levels to uphold their oaths to defend the Constitution and resist federal actions that disrupt the balance of power. To support this, the Act establishes the Joint Legislative Committee on Constitutional Enforcement, which will review federal actions for constitutionality and has the authority to declare such actions unconstitutional, subject to review by the Supreme Court of Texas.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for declaratory relief in cases where a federal action is found unconstitutional, allowing individuals to seek relief based on the court's determination. The court is instructed to focus on the plain meaning of the Constitution and the framers' intent, rather than relying on other courts' interpretations. The Act also specifies that Section 37.008 does not apply to relief sought under this new provision. The Joint Legislative Committee will be formed with appointments made by the speaker of the house and the lieutenant governor, and the Act will take effect immediately upon a two-thirds legislative vote or on September 1, 2025, if not passed.

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