The bill, H.B. No. 706, proposes to establish limitations on the jurisdiction of certain international organizations within the state of Texas. It introduces a new chapter to the Government Code, specifically Chapter 3, titled "International Organizations." This chapter explicitly states that the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum have no jurisdiction in Texas. Furthermore, it prohibits the enforcement or implementation of any rules, fees, taxes, policies, or mandates from these organizations by the state or its political subdivisions.

The bill aims to assert state sovereignty by ensuring that international directives from these organizations cannot be applied within Texas. It is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, should it be enacted.

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