House Bill No. 1758 proposes an amendment to the Texas Government Code that limits the number of sessions a member can serve as Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. Specifically, the bill introduces a new provision stating that no candidate for Speaker may file a declaration of candidacy with the Texas Ethics Commission if they have already served as Speaker for two complete regular sessions of the legislature. This change aims to promote leadership rotation and prevent any individual from holding the position for an extended period.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period before the new limitations on candidacy for Speaker are enforced. This legislative change reflects a move towards ensuring a more dynamic and diverse leadership within the Texas House of Representatives.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Texas Government Code 302.0121 (Texas Government Code 302)