S.B. No. 1718 amends the Government Code to include the National Rifle Association's Annual Meetings and Exhibits, as well as other annual events of the National Rifle Association, as eligible for funding under the major events reimbursement program. Specifically, the bill adds new legal language to the definition of "Event" and "Site selection organization" to incorporate the National Rifle Association, thereby expanding the scope of events that can receive state funding.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the Senate and the House. The Senate approved the bill with a vote of 20 in favor and 11 against, while the House passed it with a vote of 82 in favor, 54 against, and one present not voting.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 478.0001 (Government Code 478)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 478.0001 (Government Code 478)
Engrossed: Government Code 478.0001 (Government Code 478)
House Committee Report: Government Code 478.0001 (Government Code 478)
Enrolled: Government Code 478.0001 (Government Code 478)