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What does Texas HB4 do?
HB4 enacts map PLANC2333, redefining the boundaries for Texas's 38 U. S. Congressional districts beginning with the 2026 election cycle.
HB4
2nd Special Session
Relating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Texas.
LowStandard timeline
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
HB4
LowRelating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Texas.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01Primary Author: Rep. Todd Hunter
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis
Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Implementation Timeline
- Effective Date: September 1, 2025.
- Compliance Deadline: Q4 2025. Government Affairs teams must integrate new district data prior to the opening of the candidate filing period (typically November/December 2025) to ensure accurate PAC spending.
- Agency Rulemaking: None. The Texas Secretary of State will implement these maps administratively. There is no "gray zone" regarding the text, but see "Strategic Ambiguities" regarding litigation.
Immediate Action Plan
- 1. Overlay Data: Instruct IT or GR staff to overlay the PLANC2333 map against your physical asset list (factories, offices, retail) to identify your new federal representatives.
- 2. Update "Find Your Legislator": If you host internal advocacy tools for employees, schedule a software update for September 1, 2025.
- 3. Audit PAC Strategy: Review planned contributions for the 2026 cycle to ensure they align with the new district power dynamics.
- 4. Monitor Courts: Assign counsel to track federal docket updates regarding *PLANC2333* for potential injunctions.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
- Lobbying Retainers: Review agreements with external consultants hired for influence in specific geographic areas. If a consultant’s value was tied to a district that has shifted significantly, renegotiate the scope of work.
- Data Service Agreements: Verify that legislative tracking and GIS software vendors are contractually obligated to upload the PLANC2333 shapefiles immediately upon the effective date.
Hiring/Training
- Government Relations Staff: Brief internal advocacy teams on the new map. Staff must identify which Congressional District now houses your headquarters and key facilities to ensure accurate constituent engagement for the 120th Congress.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
- PAC Compliance: PAC Treasurers must update donor and candidate databases. Ensure that contributions made for the 2026 cycle are attributed to the correct new district codes to prevent FEC reporting errors.
- No General Reporting: There are no new state reporting requirements for general business entities.
Fees & Costs
- None. This legislation carries no fiscal impact, fees, or taxes for the private sector.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
Litigation Risk: While the statute is clear, Texas redistricting maps are routinely challenged in federal court under the Voting Rights Act.
- The Risk: A federal court may issue an injunction or order an interim map redrawing specific lines (historically common in South Texas or DFW/Houston metros) before the primaries.
- Business Logic: Do not treat these lines as permanent until the 2026 primary elections are certified. Maintain flexibility in your political contribution strategies in case court-ordered remedial maps are issued.
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Legislative Timeline
This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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House Authors
Coauthors (73)
- Daniel Alders (R)
- Trent Ashby (R)
- Jeff Barry (R)
- Cecil Bell (R)
- Keith Bell (R)
- Greg Bonnen (R)
- Brad Buckley (R)
- Ben Bumgarner (R)
- Angie Button (R)
- Briscoe Cain (R)
- David Cook (R)
- Tom Craddick (R)
- Charles Cunningham (R)
- Pat Curry (R)
- Jay Dean (R)
- Mark Dorazio (R)
- Paul Dyson (R)
- Caroline Fairly (R)
- James Frank (R)
- Gary Gates (R)
- Stan Gerdes (R)
- Charlie Geren (R)
- Sam Harless (R)
- Cody Harris (R)
- Caroline Harris Davila (R)
- Richard Hayes (R)
- Cole Hefner (R)
- Hillary Hickland (R)
- Janis Holt (R)
- Andy Hopper (R)
- Lacey Hull (R)
- Carrie Isaac (R)
- Helen Kerwin (R)
- Ken King (R)
- Stan Kitzman (R)
- Marc LaHood (R)
- Stan Lambert (R)
- Brooks Landgraf (R)
- Terri Leo-Wilson (R)
- Mitch Little (R)
- Janie Lopez (R)
- AJ Louderback (R)
- David Lowe (R)
- J.M. Lozano (R)
- John Lujan (R)
- Shelley Luther (R)
- Don McLaughlin (R)
- John McQueeney (R)
- William Metcalf (R)
- Morgan Meyer (R)
- Brent Money (R)
- Matt Morgan (R)
- Candy Noble (R)
- Mike Olcott (R)
- Tom Oliverson (R)
- Angelia Orr (R)
- Jared Patterson (R)
- Dennis Paul (R)
- Keresa Richardson (R)
- Nate Schatzline (R)
- Matthew Shaheen (R)
- Joanne Shofner (R)
- Shelby Slawson (R)
- Valoree Swanson (R)
- Carl Tepper (R)
- Tony Tinderholt (R)
- Steve Toth (R)
- Ellen Troxclair (R)
- Gary Vandeaver (R)
- Denise Villalobos (R)
- Wesley Virdell (R)
- Trey Wharton (R)
- Terry Wilson (R)
Senate Sponsors
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Quick Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about HB4
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Who authored HB4?
HB4 was authored by Texas Representative Todd Hunter during the 2nd Special Session.
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When was HB4 signed into law?
HB4 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 29, 2025.
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How urgent is compliance with HB4?
The compliance urgency for HB4 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.
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What is the cost impact of HB4?
The cost impact of HB4 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does HB4 address?
HB4 addresses topics including legislature, redistricting and house of representatives, us.
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