The bill, H.B. No. 2889, introduces a new requirement for political subdivisions in Texas regarding the funding of communications related to bond measures. Specifically, it mandates that if a political subdivision allocates public funds for communications that describe the purposes of a bond measure, it must also provide an equal amount of funding to individuals or groups opposing the bond measure upon request. This provision aims to promote fairness and transparency in the electoral process by ensuring that both proponents and opponents of bond measures have access to public funding for their communications.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any funds provided to opponents under this new section will remain classified as public money and will be subject to existing regulations outlined in the Election Code. This includes compliance with specific sections that govern the use of public funds by political subdivisions. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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