The bill, H.B. No. 2941, introduces new regulations regarding political contributions and lobbyist compensation for individuals appointed to public office by the governor of Texas. It establishes that individuals who have made political contributions exceeding $2,500 to the governor or a specific-purpose committee supporting the governor within the year prior to their appointment are ineligible for such positions. Additionally, those serving in these roles are prohibited from making similar contributions during their term. Violations of these provisions could result in the individual being liable for triple the amount of the excess contributions.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that appointees must sign attestations confirming they and their immediate family members have not made contributions exceeding the specified limit prior to their appointment. It also requires that they will not compensate lobbyists for communicating with members of the legislative or executive branches regarding matters affecting their agency. Violating these attestations constitutes a Class A misdemeanor. The provisions of this bill will apply only to appointments made after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

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