The bill establishes the Texas Advisory Committee on Pacific Conflict, which is responsible for developing state security strategies and policies in anticipation of potential conflicts in the Pacific region. The committee will consist of nine members appointed by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house, and will focus on enhancing the state's command-and-control functions during conflicts. It will conduct tabletop exercises to assess the impact of a potential invasion and investigate critical procurements that could be disrupted. The committee is also tasked with identifying critical infrastructure and assets that may be targeted by foreign adversaries, and it must submit a report to the governor by May 29, 2026, detailing these findings along with associated risks and prevention strategies.

Additionally, the bill grants the committee the authority to issue subpoenas for relevant witnesses and records, while establishing confidentiality provisions for the information it produces. The governor may disclose certain information as necessary. An annual public report summarizing the committee's findings and policy recommendations will be made available, ensuring it does not compromise state or national security. The committee is set to be dissolved on September 1, 2029, with member appointments required to be completed by October 31, 2025. The act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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