Texas 89th Legislature, Regular Session Status: Introduced

HB 4297 — Relating to prohibiting the advertisement of illegal goods or services.

Last action — Referred to State Affairs: Apr 1 2025 12:28PM

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

Relating to prohibiting the advertisement of illegal goods or services.

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How this bill changes current law

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This bill amends the Texas statutes.

  • CHAPTER 722. PROHIBITED ADVERTISING Sec. 722.001. PROHIBITED ADVERTISING OF ILLEGAL GOODS OR SERVICES. A person may not advertise the sale or provision of goods or services if: (1) the sale or provision of the goods or services by the person or another person is prohibited by a law of this state; or (2) the goods or services advertised are generally prohibited by a law of this state.

    amended

Action History

  1. Referred to State Affairs

  2. Read first time

  3. Filed

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 183 not signed on

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Not signed on (183)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 4297 do?
Relating to prohibiting the advertisement of illegal goods or services.
Who sponsors HB 4297?
HB 4297 is sponsored by Matt Shaheen.
What is the current status of HB 4297?
This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 4297?
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