The bill, H.B. No. 930, introduces a new requirement for the activation of the Texas National Guard into active combat duty. It adds Section 437.0055 to the Government Code, defining "active combat duty" as military service involving participation in armed conflict, hazardous service related to such conflict, or duties through an instrumentality of war. The key stipulation is that the Texas National Guard can only be activated for active combat duty if the United States Congress officially declares war or takes other official action as outlined in the U.S. Constitution.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the governor must take all necessary actions to comply with this new requirement. The legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. This bill aims to ensure that any activation of the Texas National Guard for combat aligns with federal legislative actions, reinforcing the principle of congressional authority in matters of war.

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