H.B. No. 119 amends the Government Code to require individuals who engage in lobbying activities on behalf of a foreign adversary to register as lobbyists. The bill introduces a new provision that mandates registration for those who communicate directly with members of the legislative or executive branches to influence legislation or administrative action on behalf of a foreign adversary, foreign adversary client, or foreign adversary political party. Additionally, it establishes that individuals who are required to register under this new provision are prohibited from receiving any form of compensation from these foreign entities.

The bill also outlines definitions for key terms such as "foreign adversary," "foreign adversary client," and "foreign adversary political party," and it provides for civil penalties for violations of the new regulations. The attorney general is granted the authority to seek injunctive relief and impose civil penalties on registrants who violate the provisions of this act. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply only to conduct and compensation received after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 305.003 (Government Code 305)
House Committee Report: Government Code 305.003 (Government Code 305)
Engrossed: Government Code 305.003 (Government Code 305)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 305.003 (Government Code 305)
Enrolled: Government Code 305.003 (Government Code 305)