The bill, H.B. No. 2912, introduces a new section to the Texas Government Code that prohibits individuals from engaging in lobbying activities on behalf of foreign adversaries and related entities. It defines "foreign adversary" to include specific countries such as China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria, as well as entities controlled by these nations. The bill outlines the definitions of terms such as "control," "foreign adversary client," and "foreign adversary political party," establishing a framework for identifying who is considered a foreign adversary and the scope of their influence.

Additionally, the bill grants the Texas Attorney General the authority to take legal action against individuals who violate this prohibition, including seeking injunctive relief and imposing civil penalties of up to $50,000 for each violation. The Attorney General is also allowed to recover reasonable expenses incurred in enforcing this section. The law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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