We actively monitor the Texas Legislature Online to identify bills that target vulnerable immigrant communities from specific countries. Below, we provide categorized updates to help you stay informed. Each category includes an overview analyzing the potential impact of new bills, followed by a comprehensive list of proposed legislation.

Every bill is accompanied by an AI-generated summary, along with translations to ensure accessibility for affected immigrant communities. Additionally, the AI suggests potential legislative committees where these bills may be assigned. To ensure accuracy and reliability, we collaborate closely with legislative experts to review and validate these summaries. Updates will be made as new information becomes available.

Alien land laws

Overview

Alien land laws have historically been used to restrict property ownership by non-citizens, often with discriminatory intent. The current set of Texas bills represents a modern version of these restrictive policies, particularly targeting Chinese interests and nationals.

These bills create a comprehensive framework of restrictions on property ownership:

  1. Direct Prohibitions on Property Purchase:
    • Multiple bills (HB191, HB402, HB1566, HB1849, SB103, SB307) explicitly prohibit property purchases by entities from “designated countries,” with China consistently named as a target.
    • These restrictions affect Chinese government entities, organizations headquartered in China, and in some cases, individual Chinese nationals.
  2. Agricultural Land Restrictions:
    • HB518 and HB1743 specifically target agricultural land ownership, forcing Chinese nationals who are not Texas residents to divest their holdings by 2027.
    • HB546 increases the tax burden on foreign-owned agricultural land by making it ineligible for open-space tax benefits.
  3. Infrastructure and Resource Protection:
    • HB243 enables property seizure near critical infrastructure, potentially affecting Chinese-owned properties.
    • HB2034 restricts groundwater permits for Chinese entities and nationals.
  4. Documentation and Verification Requirements:
    • HB733 adds burdensome documentation requirements for property transactions involving non-citizens, including Chinese immigrants.

The discriminatory nature of these bills is evident in their targeted approach toward specific nationalities, particularly Chinese. While some bills exempt U.S. citizens and permanent residents of Chinese descent, they create significant barriers for Chinese nationals legally residing in the U.S. on temporary visas, Chinese businesses, and investors. The cumulative effect could lead to:

  • Forced property divestiture
  • Criminal penalties and substantial fines
  • Increased difficulty in conducting business
  • Higher tax burdens
  • Limited access to natural resources
  • Creation of a hostile environment for Chinese immigrants and investors

Translation

外国人土地法历来被用于限制非公民的房地产所有权，往往带有歧视性意图。目前这些德克萨斯州的法案代表了这些限制性政策的现代版本，特别针对中国利益和中国公民。

这些法案创建了一个全面的产权限制框架：

  1. 直接禁止购买房地产：
    • 多项法案(HB191、HB402、HB1566、HB1849、SB103、SB307)明确禁止来自”指定国家”的实体购买房地产，其中中国被持续点名。
    • 这些限制影响中国政府实体、总部设在中国的组织，在某些情况下还包括中国公民个人。
  2. 农业用地限制：
    • HB518和HB1743特别针对农业用地所有权，强制非德州居民的中国公民在2027年前出售其持有的土地。
    • HB546通过取消外国人拥有的农业用地的开放空间税收优惠，增加了其税收负担。
  3. 基础设施和资源保护：
    • HB243允许没收靠近关键基础设施的房产，可能影响中国人拥有的房产。
    • HB2034限制中国实体和公民获取地下水许可。
  4. 文件和验证要求：
    • HB733为非公民（包括中国移民）的房地产交易增加了繁重的文件要求。

这些法案的歧视性质体现在它们针对特定国籍，特别是中国人的做法上。虽然一些法案豁免了华裔美国公民和永久居民，但它们为持临时签证的中国公民、中国企业和投资者设置了重大障碍。累积效应可能导致：

  • 被迫出售房产
  • 刑事处罚和巨额罚款
  • 经商难度增加
  • 更高的税收负担
  • 获取自然资源受限
  • 为中国移民和投资者营造敌对环境

Bills

Last Updated at 10:07:04 2025-01-30

Bill Number Summary Translationd Committees Caption Authors Last Actiond
HB191
This bill prohibits entities from designated countries that pose national security risks (like China, based on US Intelligence assessments) from purchasing or acquiring real property in Texas. This affects Chinese government entities, organizations headquartered in China, or those controlled by Chinese government. The attorney general can enforce this through court action and appoint receivers to manage/sell violating properties. Existing Chinese property ownership is not affected.
该法案禁止来自被指定为对美国国家安全构成风险的国家（如根据美国情报评估认定的中国）的实体购买或获得德克萨斯州的不动产。这影响到中国政府实体、总部设在中国的组织或受中国政府控制的组织。州检察长可以通过法院行动执行此法，并任命接管人管理/出售违规财产。现有的中国人房产所有权不受影响。
1. House Committee on State Affairs
2. House Committee on Business Industry
3. House Committee on Land Resource Management
 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain foreign entities. Spiller 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB243
This bill authorizes Texas Attorney General to seize real property owned by non-US citizens or foreign entities through eminent domain if the property is used illegally or poses risks to critical infrastructure. This affects all foreign nationals including Chinese citizens/entities owning property near 16 categories of critical infrastructure (energy, communications, manufacturing, etc.). The seized property will be managed by Texas General Land Office.
该法案授权德克萨斯州总检察长通过征用权没收非美国公民或外国实体拥有的房地产，如果该房产被非法使用或对关键基础设施构成风险。这影响所有外国公民，包括在16类关键基础设施（能源、通信、制造等）附近拥有房产的中国公民/实体。被征用的房产将由德克萨斯州土地管理局管理。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Land and Resource Management Committee
3. Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence Committee
 Relating to the authority of the attorney general to acquire by eminent domain certain real property owned by aliens or foreign entities. Spiller 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB402
This bill prohibits individuals and entities from designated countries (identified as national security risks by US Intelligence) from purchasing real property in Texas. This would impact Chinese citizens and Chinese-owned companies if China is designated as a risk country. Exceptions include US citizens, permanent residents, and residential homestead properties. Violations result in forced divestiture through court-appointed receivers.
该法案禁止来自被指定国家（被美国情报机构认定为国家安全风险的国家）的个人和实体购买德克萨斯州的不动产。如果中国被列为风险国家，这将影响中国公民和中资企业。例外情况包括美国公民、永久居民和自住房产。违反规定将导致通过法院指定的接管人强制剥离资产。
1. House Committee on State Affairs
2. House Committee on Business Industry
3. House Committee on Land Resource Management
 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities. Cain 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB518
This bill prohibits nonresident aliens, foreign businesses, and foreign governments from purchasing or acquiring agricultural land in Texas. Chinese nationals who are not Texas residents would be affected, as they would be banned from buying qualifying agricultural land. The department must submit annual reports identifying all agricultural land owned by foreign entities. This impacts Chinese investors and businesses looking to acquire farmland in Texas.
该法案禁止非居民外国人、外国企业和外国政府购买或获得德克萨斯州的农业用地。不是德克萨斯州居民的中国公民将受到影响，因为他们将被禁止购买符合条件的农业用地。相关部门必须提交年度报告，确认所有由外国实体拥有的农业用地。这将影响寻求在德克萨斯州购买农田的中国投资者和企业。
1. Agriculture Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Land and Resource Management Committee
 Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities. Leo Wilson 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB546
The bill amends Texas Tax Code to make land ineligible for open-space land tax appraisal if owned by nonresident aliens, foreign governments, or entities with majority foreign ownership. While not explicitly targeting Chinese nationals, this affects all foreign individuals and entities, including Chinese property owners, potentially increasing their tax burden on agricultural and open-space land in Texas.
该法案修改德克萨斯州税收法规，规定由非居民外国人、外国政府或外资控股实体所拥有的土地将不具备开放空间用地税收评估资格。虽然没有明确针对中国公民，但这项法案会影响所有外国个人和实体（包括中国产权所有者），可能增加他们在德克萨斯州农业用地和开放空间用地的税收负担。
1. Ways and Means Committee
2. Agriculture Committee
3. Land and Resource Management Committee
 Relating to the eligibility of land taken by condemnation for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. Bell, Cecil 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB733
The bill requires verification of citizenship or legal residency status for residential real property transactions in Texas. Sellers must verify buyers’ status through specific documents (US passport, permanent resident card, etc.) and file an affidavit within 30 days. This affects Chinese immigrants and other non-citizens by adding extra documentation requirements when purchasing homes through certain contracts. Violations are criminal offenses with escalating penalties.
该法案要求在德克萨斯州进行住宅房地产交易时必须验证公民身份或合法居留身份。卖方必须通过特定文件（美国护照、永久居民卡等）验证买方身份，并在30天内提交宣誓书。这影响中国移民和其他非公民，在通过某些合同购买房屋时需要额外的文件要求。违反规定属于刑事犯罪，并有递进的处罚措施。
1. House Committee on State Affairs
2. House Committee on Business Industry
3. House Committee on Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence
 Relating to verification of citizenship or legal residency for purposes of certain contracts for or concerning the purchase of residential real property located in platted subdivisions; creating a criminal offense. Bell, Cecil 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1566
This bill prohibits entities from designated countries that pose national security risks (like China, as identified in US Intelligence reports) from purchasing real property in Texas. This affects Chinese government entities, organizations headquartered in China, or those controlled by Chinese government. The attorney general can enforce this through court action and appoint receivers to manage/sell violating properties. Existing property ownership before the law is grandfathered.
该法案禁止来自被指定为对美国国家安全构成风险的国家（如在美国情报报告中确定的中国）的实体购买德克萨斯州的不动产。这影响中国政府实体、总部设在中国的组织或受中国政府控制的组织。司法部长可以通过法院诉讼执行该法律，并任命接管人管理/出售违规财产。法律生效前的现有产权不受影响。
1. House Committee on State Affairs
2. House Committee on Business Industry
3. House Committee on Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence
 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain foreign entities. Patterson 12/10/2024 H Filed
HB1743
This bill prohibits certain foreign individuals and entities, especially those from countries under US arms embargo (including China), from holding or acquiring agricultural and other real property in Texas. Chinese citizens who are not Texas residents will be forced to divest their property by 2027. The bill creates criminal penalties and establishes an agricultural intelligence office to enforce these restrictions.
该法案禁止某些外国个人和实体，特别是来自受美国武器禁运国家（包括中国）的个人和实体，在德克萨斯州持有或购买农业用地和其他不动产。不是德克萨斯州居民的中国公民将被迫在2027年前出售其财产。该法案设立刑事处罚，并设立农业情报办公室来执行这些限制。
1. Agriculture Livestock Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
 Relating to the holding or acquisition of an interest in real property by or on behalf of certain foreign individuals or entities; establishing an agricultural intelligence office; creating a criminal offense. Little 01/06/2025 H Filed
HB1849
This bill prohibits individuals and entities from designated countries (China, Iran, North Korea, Russia) from purchasing or acquiring real property in Texas. Chinese citizens living in China are directly impacted and cannot buy property. Violations result in property divestiture, criminal charges (state jail felony), and fines up to 50% of property value or $250,000. Chinese permanent residents or citizens not domiciled in China are exempt.
该法案禁止来自指定国家（中国、伊朗、朝鲜、俄罗斯）的个人和实体在德克萨斯州购买或获得不动产。居住在中国的中国公民直接受影响，不能购买房产。违反者将被强制剥夺财产所有权、面临刑事指控（州监狱重罪）、并处以高达房产价值50%或25万美元的罚款。拥有永久居留权的中国人或不在中国定居的中国公民可以豁免。
1. House State Affairs Committee
2. House Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence Committee
3. House Land Resource Management Committee
 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense. Hefner 01/15/2025 H Filed
HB2034
This bill restricts groundwater permits for entities from “designated countries” that pose national security risks (which likely includes China based on recent threat assessments). It prohibits permits for: government entities from these countries, organizations headquartered there or controlled by their governments/citizens, and individuals domiciled there. This could significantly impact Chinese companies and nationals seeking groundwater access in Texas.
该法案限制来自”指定国家”（基于近期威胁评估可能包括中国）的实体获取地下水许可证。该法案禁止向以下主体发放许可证：这些国家的政府实体、总部设在这些国家或受其政府/公民控制的组织、以及在这些国家居住的个人。这可能会严重影响中国公司和公民在德克萨斯州获取地下水资源的机会。
1. Natural Resources Committee
2. Environmental Regulation Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the issuance of groundwater permits to certain aliens or foreign entities. Gerdes 01/23/2025 H Filed
SB103
This bill prohibits citizens of China (and Iran, North Korea, Russia) from purchasing real property in Texas, unless they are US citizens or permanent residents. It also bans Texas government entities from contracting with Chinese companies/entities or individuals. This significantly impacts Chinese nationals’ property rights and business opportunities in Texas, even if they are legal temporary residents.
该法案禁止中国（以及伊朗、朝鲜、俄罗斯）公民在德克萨斯州购买不动产，除非他们是美国公民或永久居民。该法案同时禁止德克萨斯州政府机构与中国公司/实体或个人签订合同。这将显著影响在德克萨斯州的中国公民的房产权利和商业机会，即使他们是合法的临时居民。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Business Commerce Committee
3. International Relations Economic Development Committee
 Relating to prohibiting the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by and contracts or other agreements with certain aliens or foreign entities. Hall 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB307
This bill prohibits individuals and organizations from designated countries (identified as national security risks by US Intelligence) from purchasing real property in Texas, including agricultural land, mines, and timber. This impacts Chinese nationals and Chinese-controlled organizations, as China is consistently listed as a security threat. The attorney general can investigate and appoint receivers to manage/sell properties acquired in violation.
该法案禁止来自被指定国家（被美国情报机构认定为国家安全风险的国家）的个人和组织购买德克萨斯州的不动产，包括农业用地、矿场和林地。由于中国持续被列为安全威胁，这将影响中国公民和受中国控制的组织。州检察长可以调查并任命接管人来管理/出售违规购得的房产。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Agriculture Livestock Committee
3. Natural Resources Committee
 Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities. Kolkhorst, Bettencourt, Hall, Middleton 11/12/2024 S Filed

Education

Overview

Education bills in Texas typically focus on curriculum standards, funding allocation, and admission policies. The current set of bills presents several concerning developments that could significantly impact Chinese and other immigrant communities.

Multiple bills (HB160, HB232, HB424, HB979, HB1324) systematically target unauthorized immigrants by preventing them from qualifying for in-state tuition rates, even if they graduated from Texas high schools. These bills would force schools to reclassify previously qualified unauthorized immigrants as non-residents, directly affecting Chinese students without proper immigration status and potentially making higher education financially inaccessible.

HB371 takes a particularly harsh stance by restricting public school admission to only US citizens, nationals, and lawfully present aliens, potentially denying basic education to undocumented Chinese children unless federal funding is secured.

Several bills focus on foreign influence in education. HB173 prohibits Texas institutions from accepting gifts or donations from Chinese governmental entities, while HB1450 implements strict reporting requirements for all foreign sources of funding. These could impact Chinese-related programs and research opportunities.

HB1457 and SB453 mandate teaching about modern conflicts including potentially sensitive topics about China’s history, which could create an uncomfortable learning environment for Chinese students and potentially foster bias or discrimination.

SB521’s standardized testing requirements could disadvantage Chinese international students due to language barriers, while SB762’s flag display restrictions could affect cultural expression in schools.

Two bills (HB380 and HB1401) strengthen penalties for improper educator-student relationships, affecting all educators including Chinese nationals working in Texas schools.

Overall, these bills represent a significant tightening of educational access for unauthorized immigrants and increased scrutiny of foreign influence in education, with both direct and indirect impacts on Chinese students, educators, and families in Texas.

Translation

德克萨斯州的教育法案通常关注课程标准、资金分配和入学政策。目前这一系列法案呈现出几个值得关注的发展，可能会对中国和其他移民社区产生重大影响。

多项法案（HB160、HB232、HB424、HB979、HB1324）系统性地针对非法移民，阻止他们获得州内学费资格，即使他们是德克萨斯州高中毕业生。这些法案将迫使学校将先前符合资格的非法移民重新归类为非居民，直接影响没有适当移民身份的中国学生，可能使高等教育在经济上变得难以负担。

HB371采取了特别严厉的立场，将公立学校入学资格限制为美国公民、国民和合法居留的外国人，除非获得联邦资金支持，否则可能剥夺无证中国儿童接受基础教育的机会。

几项法案关注外国对教育的影响。HB173禁止德克萨斯州机构接受中国政府实体的捐赠或资助，而HB1450对所有外国资金来源实施严格的报告要求。这些可能影响与中国相关的项目和研究机会。

HB1457和SB453强制要求教授现代冲突史，包括可能敏感的中国历史话题，这可能会为中国学生创造不舒适的学习环境，并可能助长偏见或歧视。

SB521的标准化考试要求可能因语言障碍而对中国留学生不利，而SB762的旗帜展示限制可能影响学校中的文化表达。

两项法案（HB380和HB1401）加强了对教育者与学生不当关系的处罚，影响所有教育工作者，包括在德克萨斯州工作的中国教师。

总的来说，这些法案代表着对非法移民教育准入的显著收紧，以及对教育领域外国影响的加强审查，这将对德克萨斯州的中国学生、教育工作者和家庭产生直接和间接的影响。

Bills

Last Updated at 10:07:04 2025-01-30

Bill Number Summary Translationd Committees Caption Authors Last Actiond
HB160
The bill modifies Texas education code to prevent unauthorized immigrants from qualifying as state residents for tuition purposes at public higher education institutions. Schools must reclassify previously qualified unauthorized immigrants as non-residents and charge them non-resident tuition rates. Schools must also report unauthorized immigrants to campus police or local law enforcement. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this affects any Chinese students without proper immigration status.
该法案修改德克萨斯州教育法规，禁止无合法身份的移民享受州内居民学费待遇。公立高等教育机构必须将此前符合条件的无证移民重新归类为非居民，并收取非居民学费。学校还必须向校警或当地执法部门报告无证移民的信息。虽然该法案并非专门针对中国移民，但会影响所有没有合法移民身份的中国学生。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Education Committee
 Relating to the enrollment, including resident status and tuition rates, of certain persons, including persons not authorized to be present in the United States, in public institutions of higher education. Leo Wilson 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB173
The bill prohibits Texas public higher education institutions from accepting gifts, grants, or donations from governmental entities of China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or countries supporting terrorist organizations. While targeting governmental entities, this could indirectly impact Chinese students and researchers by reducing funding for China-related programs, research collaborations, and cultural exchanges at Texas universities.
该法案禁止德克萨斯州公立高等教育机构接受来自中国、伊朗、朝鲜、俄罗斯政府机构或支持恐怖组织的国家的礼物、资助或捐赠。虽然该法案针对的是政府机构，但可能会间接影响在德克萨斯州大学就读的中国学生和研究人员，因为这可能减少中国相关项目、研究合作和文化交流的资金支持。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. International Relations Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to prohibiting public institutions of higher education from soliciting or accepting gifts, grants, or donations from certain foreign countries. Capriglione 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB232
This bill amends Texas Education Code to restrict resident status determination for higher education. It removes provisions allowing undocumented students who graduated from Texas high schools to qualify for in-state tuition. The bill explicitly states that persons not authorized under federal law to be in the US cannot be considered Texas residents. While not specifically targeting Chinese students, it affects all international students including Chinese nationals without proper immigration status.
该法案修改德克萨斯州教育法，限制高等教育居民身份认定。法案删除了允许在德州高中毕业的无证学生获得州内学费待遇的条款。法案明确规定，根据联邦法律未获准在美国居留的人员不能被视为德州居民。虽然没有特别针对中国学生，但这将影响所有包括中国留学生在内的没有适当移民身份的国际学生。
1. House Higher Education Committee
2. House State Affairs Committee
3. House Public Education Committee
 Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. Vasut 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB371
This bill restricts public school admission to US citizens, nationals, and lawfully present aliens. Undocumented students can only attend if the federal government agrees to pay their education costs. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects any Chinese students or children who are not lawfully present in the US, potentially limiting their access to public education unless federal funding is secured.
该法案将公立学校入学资格限制为美国公民、国民和合法居留的外国人。非法移民学生只有在联邦政府同意支付其教育费用的情况下才能就读。虽然该法案并非专门针对中国移民，但它会影响所有非法居留在美国的中国学生或儿童，除非获得联邦资金支持，否则可能限制他们接受公共教育的机会。
1. House Public Education Committee
2. House State Affairs Committee
3. House Appropriations Committee
 Relating to the admission to public schools of children unlawfully present in the United States and the eligibility of those children for the benefits of the available school fund and Foundation School Program. Bumgarner 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB380
This bill adds “improper relationship between educator and student” to the list of reportable convictions requiring sex offender registration in Texas. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it applies to all educators regardless of nationality who engage in improper relationships with students. Chinese educators working in Texas schools would need to be aware of these enhanced penalties.
该法案将”教育工作者与学生之间的不当关系”添加到德克萨斯州需要进行性犯罪者登记的应报告定罪清单中。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但该法案适用于所有与学生发生不当关系的教育工作者，不论国籍。在德克萨斯州学校工作的中国教育工作者需要注意这些加重处罚规定。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Education Committee
3. Public Safety Committee
 Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of improper relationship between educator and student. Guillen 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB424
This bill amends Texas Education Code to restrict resident status determination for higher education. It removes provisions allowing undocumented students who graduated from Texas high schools to qualify for resident status. The bill explicitly states that persons not authorized under federal law to be in the US cannot be considered residents. This affects all unauthorized immigrants including Chinese students without proper documentation.
该法案修改德克萨斯州教育法，限制高等教育居民身份的认定。法案删除了允许从德州高中毕业的无证学生获得居民身份的条款。法案明确规定，根据联邦法律未获准在美国居留的人员不能被视为居民。这影响所有无合法身份的移民，包括没有适当文件的中国学生。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. Hayes 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB979
This bill amends Texas Education Code to restrict resident status determination for higher education. It removes provisions allowing undocumented students who graduated from Texas high schools to qualify for in-state tuition. The bill explicitly states that persons not authorized under federal law to be in the US cannot be considered Texas residents. This affects all immigrants without legal status, including Chinese students without proper documentation.
该法案修改德克萨斯州教育法，限制高等教育居民身份认定。法案删除了允许在德州高中毕业的无证移民享受州内学费的条款。法案明确规定，根据联邦法律未获准在美国居留的人员不能被视为德州居民。这将影响所有没有合法身份的移民，包括没有适当文件的中国学生。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. Cain 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1324
This bill modifies Texas education code regarding resident status determination for higher education. It removes provisions allowing undocumented students who graduated from Texas high schools to qualify for in-state tuition. The bill explicitly states that persons not authorized under federal law to be in the US cannot be considered Texas residents. This affects all immigrants without legal status, including Chinese students without proper documentation.
该法案修改了德克萨斯州教育法典中关于高等教育居民身份认定的规定。法案删除了允许在德州高中毕业的无证移民享受州内学费的条款。法案明确规定，根据联邦法律未获准在美国居留的人员不能被视为德州居民。这将影响所有没有合法身份的移民，包括没有适当文件的中国学生。
1. House Higher Education Committee
2. House State Affairs Committee
3. House Public Education Committee
 Relating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. Olcott 11/14/2024 H Filed
HB1401
This bill adds “improper relationship between educator and student” to the list of reportable sex offenses requiring sex offender registration in Texas. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all educators regardless of nationality who engage in improper relationships with students, requiring them to register as sex offenders if convicted.
该法案将”教育工作者与学生之间的不当关系”添加到需要性犯罪者登记的应报告性犯罪清单中。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但它影响所有与学生发生不当关系的教育工作者，一旦被定罪，需要进行性犯罪者登记，无论其国籍如何。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Education Committee
3. Public Safety Committee
 Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of improper relationship between educator and student. Harris 11/19/2024 H Filed
HB1450
This bill requires public higher education institutions to report gifts, grants, donations, and investments from foreign sources quarterly. While not specifically targeting Chinese sources, it impacts all foreign donors including Chinese government, entities, and individuals. Foreign sources include non-US citizens, foreign governments, and foreign-created legal entities. Reports must detail amount, date, donor identity, purpose, and conditions of gifts.
该法案要求公立高等教育机构每季度报告来自外国来源的礼物、赠款、捐赠和投资。虽然并非专门针对中国来源，但该法案影响所有外国捐赠者，包括中国政府、实体和个人。外国来源包括非美国公民、外国政府和在外国法律下成立的法人实体。报告必须详细说明礼物的金额、日期、捐赠者身份、用途和条件。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Appropriations Committee
 Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to report certain information regarding gifts, grants, donations, and investments received from certain foreign sources. Capriglione 11/21/2024 H Filed
HB1457
This bill requires Texas public high school students to complete a half-credit course on modern conflicts, including detailed study of China’s history. The course covers sensitive topics like the Tiananmen Square protests, treatment of Uyghurs and Tibetans, and Falun Gong followers. While not directly restricting Chinese immigrants’ rights, the mandatory curriculum could potentially influence students’ perspectives on China and Chinese people.
该法案要求德克萨斯州公立高中学生必须完成一个半学分的现代冲突课程，其中包括对中国历史的详细研究。课程涵盖了敏感话题，如天安门广场抗议、对维吾尔族和藏族以及法轮功学员的处理。虽然该法案没有直接限制中国移民的权利，但这个强制性课程可能会影响学生对中国和中国人的看法。
1. Public Education Committee
2. Higher Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the inclusion of a course on modern conflicts in the curriculum requirements for public high school students. Tepper 11/22/2024 H Filed
HB1527
This bill expands tuition and fee exemptions at public higher education institutions for peace officers employed by Texas or its political subdivisions. It broadens eligible degree programs beyond criminal justice to include various fields like foreign languages, sciences, and cybersecurity. No specific impact on Chinese immigrants, though they could benefit if employed as peace officers in Texas.
该法案扩大了德克萨斯州或其政治分区雇用的治安官在公立高等教育机构的学费和费用豁免范围。它将符合条件的学位课程从刑事司法扩大到包括外语、科学和网络安全等多个领域。虽然没有特别针对中国移民的影响，但如果他们在德克萨斯州担任治安官，也可以从中受益。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. Public Education Committee
3. Law Enforcement Committee
 Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain peace officers. Alders 12/05/2024 H Filed
HB1911
This bill requires Texas public schools to include human trafficking awareness education. Students in grades 6-8 must complete a one-semester course, while high school students need a half-credit course. The curriculum covers trafficking causes, prevention, online safety, and policy responses. This bill does not specifically target Chinese immigrants but applies to all students in Texas public schools.
该法案要求德克萨斯州公立学校加入人口贩运意识教育。6-8年级学生必须完成一个学期的课程，高中生需要完成半学分课程。课程内容包括人口贩运的原因、预防、网络安全和政策应对。该法案并不特别针对中国移民，而是适用于德克萨斯州公立学校的所有学生。
1. House Public Education Committee
2. House State Affairs Committee
3. House Human Services Committee
 Relating to instruction in human trafficking awareness in public schools. Schatzline 01/16/2025 H Filed
HB1972
This bill requires public medical schools in Texas to include at least 3 hours of nutrition coursework in their curriculum. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it includes comparing food additives in US vs foreign products, which could potentially lead to biased discussions about food safety standards in different countries, including China. The bill affects all medical students regardless of nationality.
该法案要求德克萨斯州的公立医学院在课程中加入至少3小时的营养学课程。虽然并非直接针对中国移民，但该法案包含了比较美国与外国食品添加剂的内容，这可能导致对不同国家（包括中国）食品安全标准的偏见性讨论。该法案影响所有医学院学生，不分国籍。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. Public Health Committee
3. Education Committee
 Relating to requiring coursework in nutrition at public medical schools. Oliverson 01/22/2025 H Filed
SB453
This bill requires Texas public high school students to complete a half-credit course on modern conflicts, including detailed study of China’s history. The course covers sensitive topics about China including the Communist Party’s rise, Tiananmen Square protests, famines, Tibet occupation, and treatment of ethnic minorities like Uyghurs and Falun Gong practitioners. This mandatory curriculum could potentially impact Chinese students’ and families’ comfort in Texas schools.
该法案要求德克萨斯州公立高中学生必须完成一个半学分的现代冲突课程，其中包括对中国历史的详细研究。课程涵盖了有关中国的敏感话题，包括共产党的崛起、天安门广场抗议、饥荒、西藏占领以及对维吾尔族和法轮功修炼者等少数民族的处理。这个强制性课程可能会影响在德克萨斯州学校就读的中国学生和家庭的舒适度。
1. House Public Education Committee
2. Senate Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the inclusion of a course on modern conflicts in the curriculum requirements for public high school students. Middleton 11/21/2024 S Filed
SB521
The bill requires Texas public universities to consider standardized test scores as a mandatory factor in undergraduate and graduate admissions decisions, along with other socioeconomic factors. While not explicitly targeting Chinese students, this could impact international Chinese students who may face challenges with standardized tests due to language barriers, though English proficiency tests are exempted from these requirements.
该法案要求德克萨斯州公立大学在本科生和研究生入学决定中必须将标准化考试成绩作为必要考虑因素之一，同时还需考虑其他社会经济因素。虽然该法案并未明确针对中国学生，但可能会影响到国际中国学生，因为他们在语言障碍方面可能在标准化考试中面临挑战，不过英语水平测试不在这些要求之列。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to requiring the consideration of standardized test scores as a factor in nonautomatic admissions decisions at certain public institutions of higher education. Kolkhorst 12/02/2024 S Filed
SB762
This bill restricts flag displays in Texas public schools to only specified flags, including flags of foreign countries. While Chinese flags are allowed under the foreign country provision, the bill could potentially limit display of other cultural or identity-related flags important to Chinese-American students. Parents can take legal action if schools violate these restrictions.
该法案限制德克萨斯州公立学校只能展示特定的旗帜，包括外国国旗。虽然中国国旗作为外国国旗被允许展示，但该法案可能会限制对华裔美国学生具有重要文化或身份意义的其他旗帜的展示。如果学校违反这些限制，家长可以采取法律行动。
1. Education Committee
2. Public Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the display of flags in public schools. Campbell 01/10/2025 S Filed

Contracting and Investment

Overview

Bills related to contracting and investment typically focus on regulating business operations, professional licensing, and protecting critical infrastructure. This set of bills shows a clear pattern of increased scrutiny and restrictions on Chinese involvement in Texas’s economy and infrastructure.

Several bills create opportunities for foreign professionals, including Chinese immigrants:

  • HB296 and HB994 establish pathways for foreign-educated physicians to obtain medical licenses, though HB994’s fast-track program initially excludes China
  • HB710 enables recognition of foreign occupational licenses
  • HB957 makes home equity loans more accessible through remote closings

However, multiple bills implement significant restrictions targeting Chinese interests:

  • HB1907 and HB2244 prohibit state contracts with Chinese companies in technology and EV sectors
  • HB1623 restricts tax benefits for entities from “designated countries”
  • SB667 prohibits state retirement systems from investing in Chinese-affiliated entities
  • SB934 bans Chinese-made critical electric grid equipment
  • HB1381 could restrict Chinese funding in higher education

These restrictions could significantly impact Chinese immigrants and Chinese-Americans by:

  • Limiting business opportunities in government contracting
  • Reducing employment opportunities in affected sectors
  • Increasing scrutiny of Chinese-owned businesses
  • Creating potential discrimination in financial services (HB1049, HB1056)
  • Enhancing surveillance of Chinese nationals in critical sectors (SB780)

The cumulative effect suggests a systematic effort to reduce Chinese economic influence in Texas, which could create challenges for Chinese immigrants and Chinese-Americans in business and professional settings.

Translation

与合同和投资相关的法案通常侧重于规范商业运营、专业执照发放和保护关键基础设施。这组法案显示出对中国参与德克萨斯州经济和基础设施的审查和限制明显增加。

几项法案为外国专业人士（包括中国移民）创造了机会：

  • HB296和HB994为外国受教育的医生获取医疗执照建立途径，但HB994的快速通道项目初期排除中国
  • HB710允许承认外国职业执照
  • HB957通过远程方式使房屋净值贷款更容易获得

然而，多项法案对中国利益实施了重大限制：

  • HB1907和HB2244禁止与中国公司在技术和电动车领域进行州政府合同
  • HB1623限制”指定国家”实体的税收优惠
  • SB667禁止州退休系统投资中国相关实体
  • SB934禁止使用中国制造的关键电网设备
  • HB1381可能限制中国对高等教育的资助

这些限制可能对中国移民和华裔美国人产生重大影响：

  • 限制政府合同领域的商业机会
  • 减少受影响行业的就业机会
  • 加强对中资企业的审查
  • 在金融服务方面可能造成歧视（HB1049，HB1056）
  • 加强对在关键领域工作的中国公民的监视（SB780）

这些法案的累积效应表明，德克萨斯州正系统性地努力减少中国的经济影响力，这可能给中国移民和华裔美国人在商业和专业领域带来挑战。

Bills

Last Updated at 10:07:04 2025-01-30

Bill Number Summary Translationd Committees Caption Authors Last Actiond
HB296
This bill establishes pathways for foreign-educated physicians to obtain medical licenses in Texas. Chinese medical professionals could benefit if they are licensed in good standing in their country, have completed residency or 2+ years of practice, have English proficiency, and are authorized to work in the US. The bill creates both regular and provisional licensing options for qualified foreign medical graduates.
该法案为在国外接受教育的医生在德克萨斯州获得医疗执照提供途径。中国医疗专业人员如果在本国获得良好信誉的执照、完成住院医师培训或有2年以上执业经验、具备英语能力、并获得在美工作授权，将可以从中受益。该法案为符合条件的外国医学院毕业生提供正式和临时执照两种选择。
1. Public Health Committee
2. Higher Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the issuance of a license to practice medicine to certain applicants licensed or educated in a foreign country. Harris Davila 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB710
This bill requires Texas licensing boards to recognize occupational licenses and certifications from other states if applicants meet certain criteria. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all foreign-licensed professionals, including Chinese, by allowing recognition of credentials from foreign provinces/countries. However, boards maintain discretion in determining similarity of scope of practice and can require state law examinations.
该法案要求德克萨斯州许可委员会在申请人满足特定条件的情况下，承认其他州的职业执照和认证。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但该法案通过允许承认来自外国省份/国家的资格证书，影响到所有外国持证专业人士，包括中国人。但是，委员会在确定执业范围的相似性方面保留自由裁量权，并可要求参加州法律考试。
1. Licensing Administrative Procedures Committee
2. International Relations Economic Development Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the recognition of occupational licenses and government certifications issued in other states; authorizing a fee. Harrison 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB957
This bill amends Texas Finance Code to allow certain borrowers to close home equity loans remotely or through an agent, rather than requiring physical presence. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this affects any borrower who is outside Texas, has disabilities preventing travel, or is incarcerated. The bill allows remote online notarization or use of a power of attorney for loan closings.
该法案修改德克萨斯州金融法规，允许某些借款人通过远程方式或代理人完成房屋净值贷款的手续，而不必亲自到场。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但这项法案影响到所有身在德州境外、因残疾无法出行或被监禁的借款人。该法案允许通过在线公证或授权委托书完成贷款手续。
1. House Financial Services Committee
2. House Business Industry Committee
3. House State Affairs Committee
 Relating to requirements for the physical presence of a borrower for signing certain documents related to a home equity loan. Toth 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB994
The bill establishes pathways for foreign-trained physicians to obtain medical licenses in Texas. While Chinese medical professionals are not explicitly mentioned, they could be impacted as the bill allows licensing for doctors from any country (except the initial fast-track for specific countries which excludes China) if they meet requirements including English proficiency, federal work authorization, and passing required exams.
该法案为在国外受训的医生在德克萨斯州获得医疗执照提供了途径。虽然没有明确提到中国医疗专业人员，但由于该法案允许来自任何国家的医生（除了最初快速通道特定国家名单不包括中国）在满足相关要求的情况下获得执照，包括英语水平、联邦工作许可和通过必需考试等条件，中国医生也可能受到影响。
1. Public Health Committee
2. Higher Education Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the issuance of a license to practice medicine to certain applicants licensed or educated in a foreign country. Harrison 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1049
This bill establishes a gold and silver currency system in Texas through the Texas Bullion Depository. It allows people to purchase, hold, and redeem gold/silver currency. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, the bill includes provisions to prohibit transactions with “foreign countries or entities known to engage in illegal or terroristic activities,” which could potentially affect Chinese nationals or entities depending on implementation.
该法案通过德克萨斯贵金属储存库建立黄金和白银货币体系。它允许人们购买、持有和赎回黄金/白银货币。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但该法案包含禁止与”已知从事非法或恐怖活动的外国或实体”进行交易的条款，这可能会根据具体实施情况影响中国公民或实体。
1. House Financial Services Committee
2. House Banking Financial Institutions Committee
3. House State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the issuance of gold and silver specie and the establishment of a currency based on gold and silver; authorizing a fee. Dorazio 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1056
This bill establishes a gold and silver currency system in Texas, allowing people to exchange US dollars for gold/silver-backed currency units. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, Section 2116.102(3) allows rules to prohibit transactions with foreign countries engaged in “illegal or terroristic activities,” which could potentially affect Chinese nationals if US-China relations deteriorate.
该法案在德克萨斯州建立黄金和白银货币体系，允许人们将美元兑换成以黄金/白银为支持的货币单位。虽然并未直接针对中国移民，但第2116.102(3)条允许制定规则禁止与从事”非法或恐怖活动”的外国进行交易，如果美中关系恶化，这可能会影响到中国公民。
1. House Financial Services Committee
2. House Banking Currency Committee
3. House State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the issuance of gold and silver specie and the establishment of a currency based on gold and silver; authorizing a fee. Dorazio 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1381
This bill prohibits Texas public higher education institutions from entering contracts with or accepting money from countries/entities designated as concerning by the US Secretary of State under the International Religious Freedom Act. While not explicitly mentioning China, if China is designated as a “country of particular concern,” this would impact Chinese government funding, partnerships with Chinese universities, and potentially affect Chinese students’ scholarships from Chinese sources.
该法案禁止德克萨斯州公立高等教育机构与美国国务卿根据《国际宗教自由法》指定的特别关注国家或实体进行合同往来或接受其资金。虽然未明确提及中国，但如果中国被列为”特别关注国”，这将影响中国政府资助、与中国大学的合作项目，并可能影响中国学生接受来自中国的奖学金。
1. Higher Education Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. International Relations Economic Development Committee
 Relating to contracts with and the acceptance of money from certain foreign entities by public institutions of higher education. Virdell 11/18/2024 H Filed
HB1623
This bill amends the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act to restrict entities from “designated countries” (identified as national security risks by US Intelligence) from receiving tax benefits. Chinese entities and citizens would likely be impacted as China is regularly identified as a security risk. The bill prohibits tax agreements with government entities, organizations headquartered in or controlled by designated countries, or organizations owned by their citizens.
该法案修改了德克萨斯州就业、能源、技术和创新法案，限制来自”指定国家”（被美国情报机构认定为国家安全风险的国家）的实体获得税收优惠。由于中国经常被认定为安全风险，中国实体和公民很可能受到影响。该法案禁止与指定国家的政府实体、总部设在指定国家或受其控制的组织，以及由其公民拥有的组织达成税收协议。
1. Ways and Means Committee
2. Economic Development Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the eligibility of certain foreign individuals or entities for a limitation on the taxable value of property for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act. Louderback 12/16/2024 H Filed
HB1907
The bill prohibits Texas governmental entities from contracting with Chinese companies for information and communications technology services. Companies must verify they are not Chinese-owned/controlled. Violations result in contract termination, 5-year contracting ban, civil penalties up to 2x contract value, and criminal charges. While targeting Chinese companies, this affects Chinese-owned businesses and potentially Chinese individuals operating technology companies in Texas.
该法案禁止德克萨斯州政府机构与中国公司签订信息和通信技术服务合同。公司必须证明其不受中国所有/控制。违规将导致合同终止、5年承包禁令、高达合同价值2倍的民事处罚以及刑事指控。虽然针对中国公司，但这会影响中资企业和可能在德克萨斯州经营技术公司的中国个人。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Technology Committee
3. Government Operations Committee
 Relating to a prohibition on governmental contracts with Chinese companies for certain information and communications technology; authorizing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. Paul 01/16/2025 H Filed
HB2003
The bill requires entities proposing high-speed rail projects in Texas to submit detailed information to the Department of Transportation annually, including foreign investment disclosures. While not directly targeting Chinese investments, this could impact Chinese companies or investors involved in Texas rail projects through increased scrutiny and public disclosure requirements of their investments.
该法案要求在德克萨斯州提出高速铁路项目的实体每年向交通部提交详细信息，包括外国投资披露。虽然并非直接针对中国投资，但通过增加对投资的审查和公开要求，可能会影响参与德克萨斯州铁路项目的中国公司或投资者。
1. Transportation Committee
2. Infrastructure and Investment Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to provision to the Texas Department of Transportation of information regarding certain high-speed rail projects. Harris 01/22/2025 H Filed
HB2244
This bill prohibits Texas state agencies from contracting to purchase electric vehicles or components from companies connected to China, including Chinese companies, China-controlled organizations, or their subcontractors. It impacts Chinese businesses and potentially Chinese-Americans involved in EV manufacturing. Violations result in contract termination, permanent state contract ban, and up to $250,000 civil penalty per violation.
该法案禁止德克萨斯州政府机构与中国相关的公司签订电动车或零部件采购合同，包括中国公司、中国控制的组织或其分包商。这将影响中国企业以及可能参与电动车制造的华裔美国人。违规将导致合同终止、永久禁止承接州政府合同，并且每次违规最高可处25万美元民事罚款。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Transportation Committee
3. Economic Development Committee
 Relating to a prohibition on state contracts to purchase electric vehicles and related components produced in scrutinized countries; authorizing a civil penalty. Cain 01/29/2025 H Filed
SB667
This bill prohibits Texas state retirement systems from investing in Chinese-affiliated entities, including companies headquartered in China or controlled by Chinese government/CCP. While not directly targeting Chinese individuals, it could indirectly impact Chinese companies’ access to Texas pension fund investments and potentially affect Chinese professionals working for these companies in the US.
该法案禁止德克萨斯州退休系统投资于中国相关实体，包括总部设在中国或受中国政府/中共控制的公司。虽然并非直接针对中国个人，但可能间接影响中国公司获得德克萨斯州养老基金投资的机会，并可能影响在美国这些公司工作的中国专业人士。
1. Pensions Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Investment Financial Services Committee
 Relating to prohibiting state retirement systems from investing in certain Chinese-affiliated entities. Hughes 12/19/2024 S Filed
SB778
This bill establishes the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, allowing the state to hold bitcoin as a financial asset. The bill prohibits transactions with entities/individuals outside Texas. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, the restriction on foreign transactions could impact Chinese residents’ ability to participate in bitcoin donations to the reserve or engage in related transactions with the state.
该法案建立了德克萨斯州战略比特币储备，允许该州持有比特币作为金融资产。该法案禁止与德克萨斯州以外的实体/个人进行交易。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但对外国交易的限制可能会影响中国居民向储备捐赠比特币或与州政府进行相关交易的能力。
1. House Committee on Financial Services
2. House Committee on State Affairs
3. House Committee on Appropriations
 Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve; making an appropriation. Schwertner 01/14/2025 S Filed
SB780
This bill establishes a Homeland Security Division within Texas Department of Public Safety to enhance state security and border operations. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, Section 411.556 requires monitoring potential threats to critical infrastructure, including from foreign entities, and Section 411.562 restricts commerce with Chinese military companies identified by US Defense Secretary. This could increase surveillance and scrutiny of Chinese nationals in sensitive sectors.
该法案在德克萨斯州公共安全部内设立国土安全部门，以加强州安全和边境行动。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但第411.556条要求监控对关键基础设施的潜在威胁，包括来自外国实体的威胁，第411.562条限制与美国国防部长认定的中国军工企业进行商业往来。这可能会加强对在敏感领域工作的中国公民的监视和审查。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Border International Affairs Committee
 Relating to the homeland security activities of certain entities, including the establishment and operations of the Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety. Parker 01/14/2025 S Filed
SB871
This bill modifies Texas disaster response laws by limiting government powers during emergencies. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it could affect all business owners including Chinese business owners by requiring legislative approval (rather than governor’s executive order) to restrict or impair business operations during disasters or emergencies. The bill also clarifies definitions of disasters and emergencies, and limits local government authority during disasters.
该法案修改了德克萨斯州灾难应对法律，限制了政府在紧急情况下的权力。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但它可能会影响包括中国商业业主在内的所有商业业主，因为在灾难或紧急情况下限制或影响商业运营需要立法机构批准（而不是州长行政命令）。该法案还明确了灾难和紧急情况的定义，并限制了地方政府在灾难期间的权力。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
3. Business Industry Committee
 Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. Birdwell 01/22/2025 S Filed
SB934
The bill prohibits installation and repair of critical electric grid equipment purchased from companies and organizations from China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or designated countries after Dec 31, 2025. Chinese companies and nonprofits are explicitly banned from supplying equipment to ERCOT power region. This affects Chinese businesses’ ability to participate in Texas’s electric grid infrastructure market.
该法案禁止在2025年12月31日后安装和维修从中国、伊朗、朝鲜、俄罗斯或指定国家的公司和组织购买的关键电网设备。明确禁止中国公司和非营利组织向ERCOT电力区域供应设备。这影响了中国企业参与德克萨斯州电网基础设施市场的能力。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Energy Resources Committee
3. Business Commerce Committee
 Relating to the installation and repair of critical electric grid equipment purchased from certain companies and nonprofit organizations. Hall 01/27/2025 S Filed

Immigration

Overview

These immigration-related bills from Texas primarily focus on border security and enforcement measures against unauthorized immigration. While most bills target the Texas-Mexico border, they have significant implications for all immigrants, including Chinese nationals.

Several bills (HB176, SB136, HB354) establish or strengthen border security measures through interstate compacts and new enforcement units. While these primarily target the southern border, the enhanced surveillance and enforcement mechanisms could affect Chinese travelers and immigrants throughout Texas.

Multiple bills introduce or increase criminal penalties for unauthorized presence:

  • HB1017 creates new criminal offenses for improper entry
  • HB1303 increases penalties and removes protective locations
  • HB1832 establishes a tiered penalty system based on prior convictions
  • HB1762 and SB552 make unauthorized immigrants ineligible for community supervision

Employment verification is tightened through HB1308, requiring E-verify use for larger employers, which could impact Chinese nationals working without proper authorization.

Healthcare-related bills include HB1310 (tracking costs for uninsured non-citizens) and SB179 (outreach to mixed-status families). These could affect Chinese immigrants’ access to healthcare and their willingness to seek medical services.

One positive development is SB881, which creates opportunities for foreign-trained physicians, including those from China, to practice medicine in Texas under supervision.

The cumulative effect of these bills creates a more restrictive environment for unauthorized immigrants, with increased surveillance, stricter penalties, and fewer legal protections. While Chinese immigrants are not specifically targeted, those without proper documentation could face serious legal consequences, including arrest, detention, and deportation.

Translation

这些德克萨斯州的移民相关法案主要集中在边境安全和打击非法移民方面。虽然大多数法案针对德克萨斯-墨西哥边境，但它们对所有移民（包括中国公民）都有重大影响。

多项法案（HB176、SB136、HB354）通过州际协议和新执法部门建立或加强边境安全措施。虽然这些主要针对南部边境，但加强的监控和执法机制可能影响到在德克萨斯州的中国旅客和移民。

多项法案引入或加重了非法居留的刑事处罚：

  • HB1017为非法入境创建新的刑事犯罪
  • HB1303加重处罚并取消保护地点
  • HB1832基于先前定罪建立分级处罚制度
  • HB1762和SB552使非法移民无法获得社区监督

HB1308通过要求大型雇主使用E-verify系统加强就业核查，这可能影响没有适当工作许可的中国公民。

医疗保健相关法案包括HB1310（追踪未投保非公民的医疗成本）和SB179（针对混合身份家庭的宣导）。这些可能影响中国移民获得医疗服务的机会和意愿。

一个积极的发展是SB881，为包括中国在内的外国培训的医生创造了在德克萨斯州在监督下执业的机会。

这些法案的累积效应为非法移民创造了更具限制性的环境，加强了监控，严格了处罚，减少了法律保护。虽然这些法案并非专门针对中国移民，但那些没有适当文件的人可能面临严重的法律后果，包括逮捕、拘留和驱逐出境。

Bills

Last Updated at 10:07:04 2025-01-30

Bill Number Summary Translationd Committees Caption Authors Last Actiond
HB176
This bill amends Texas Government Code to define “illegal alien” and expand interstate compact provisions for border security. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens unlawfully present in the US. The bill enables detection, apprehension, detention, and monitoring of unauthorized immigrants at the Texas-Mexico border through shared law enforcement resources and surveillance systems.
该法案修改德克萨斯州政府法典，对”非法外国人”进行定义，并扩大州际边境安全协议条款。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但该法案影响所有在美国非法居留的非公民。该法案通过共享执法资源和监控系统，实现在德克萨斯-墨西哥边境对未经授权移民的侦查、逮捕、拘留和监控。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Border Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
 Relating to the provisions required in an interstate compact on border security. Guillen 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB180
The bill authorizes Texas’ governor to develop and execute border protection agreements with Mexico and its states. While it primarily focuses on Mexican border issues, it requires all foreign nationals to enter through legal ports of entry, which would affect Chinese immigrants. The bill enables the governor to appoint representatives to meet with Mexican authorities for coordination and agreement execution.
该法案授权德克萨斯州长与墨西哥及其各州发展和执行边境保护协议。虽然该法案主要针对墨西哥边境问题，但要求所有外国人必须通过合法入境口岸入境，这将影响中国移民。该法案允许州长任命代表与墨西哥当局会面，进行协调并执行协议。
1. Committee on Border Security and Public Safety
2. Committee on State Affairs
3. Committee on International Relations and Economic Development
 Relating to border protection agreements between this state and the United Mexican States. Guillen 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB354
This bill establishes a Border Protection Unit under DPS to enforce border security. The unit can arrest/detain persons crossing the border unlawfully and return them to Mexico. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-US citizens entering Texas illegally. The unit has broad powers to use force and conduct border operations. Chinese nationals entering Texas illegally could face arrest, detention and deportation.
该法案在德克萨斯公共安全部下设立边境保护部门，负责执行边境安全。该部门可以逮捕/拘留非法越境者并将其遣返墨西哥。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但会影响所有非法进入德克萨斯的非美国公民。该部门有广泛的使用武力和开展边境行动的权力。非法进入德克萨斯的中国公民可能面临逮捕、拘留和驱逐出境。
1. Committee on State Affairs
2. Committee on Border Security
3. Committee on Homeland Security Public Safety
 Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty. Cain 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1017
This bill creates criminal offenses for non-US citizens who improperly enter Texas from a foreign nation, including entering at unauthorized locations, evading immigration officers, or using false information. Chinese immigrants, like all non-US citizens, would be affected. First offense is a Class A misdemeanor, with repeat offenses escalating to felonies. This could severely impact any Chinese nationals attempting to enter Texas irregularly.
该法案将非法入境德克萨斯州定为刑事犯罪，适用于所有非美国公民，包括在未经授权的地点入境、逃避移民官员检查或使用虚假信息。中国移民与其他非公民一样将受到影响。首次违法属于A级轻罪，再次违法则升级为重罪。这可能会严重影响任何试图非正常途径进入德克萨斯州的中国公民。
1. Committee on Criminal Justice
2. Committee on Border Security
3. Committee on State Affairs
 Relating to creation of the criminal offense of improper entry from foreign nation. Toth 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1303
This bill increases criminal penalties for illegal entry/presence of aliens in Texas. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens. The bill removes protection from arrest at schools and religious places, only maintaining protection at healthcare facilities for crime victims and sexual assault examination facilities. Penalties are increased from misdemeanors to felonies of various degrees.
该法案加重了针对外国人非法入境/在德克萨斯州非法居留的刑事处罚。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但会影响所有非公民。该法案取消了在学校和宗教场所的逮捕保护，仅保留对犯罪受害者在医疗机构就医和性侵害检查设施的保护。处罚程度从轻罪提升至不同等级的重罪。
1. Committee on Criminal Justice
2. Committee on Border Security
3. Committee on State Affairs
 Relating to certain criminal offenses involving illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, including the enforcement of those offenses; increasing criminal penalties. Hopper 11/13/2024 H Filed
HB1308
This bill requires all governmental entities and private employers with 25+ employees to use E-verify for new hires and prohibits knowingly hiring unauthorized workers. Violations can result in license suspension for 2 years. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens who are not lawfully authorized to work in the US, including Chinese nationals without proper work authorization.
该法案要求所有政府机构和拥有25名以上员工的私人雇主必须使用E-verify系统验证新雇员的身份，并禁止故意雇用未经授权的工人。违规者可能导致执照被吊销2年。虽然该法案并非专门针对中国移民，但它会影响所有未获得合法工作授权的非公民，包括没有适当工作许可的中国公民。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Business Commerce Committee
3. Workforce Development Committee
 Relating to employment practices of governmental entities, state contractors, and private employers in this state regarding the legal status of employees, including requiring participation in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify program, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for certain conduct in relation to the employment of persons not lawfully present. Tepper 11/13/2024 H Filed
HB1310
The bill requires public hospitals to track and report costs of providing healthcare services to uninsured non-citizens. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens including Chinese nationals who are uninsured and seek emergency or inpatient care at public hospitals. The information will be collected quarterly and reported annually to seek federal reimbursement.
该法案要求公立医院追踪并报告向无保险的非公民提供医疗服务的成本。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但它会影响所有非公民，包括在公立医院寻求紧急救治或住院治疗的无保险中国公民。这些信息将按季度收集并每年报告，以寻求联邦政府的费用报销。
1. Health Human Services Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Public Health Committee
 Relating to an annual report on the costs to this state and political subdivisions of providing health care services to foreign patients. Hickland 11/13/2024 H Filed
HB1668
This bill increases criminal penalties for enticing a child, making it a third-degree felony, or second-degree felony if there was intent to sexually abuse the child. It also adds this offense to sex offender registration requirements. The bill applies equally to all offenders regardless of nationality, including Chinese immigrants, who would face these enhanced penalties and registration requirements if convicted.
该法案加重了诱拐儿童的刑事处罚，将其定为三级重罪，如果有性虐待意图则定为二级重罪。同时将此罪行纳入性犯罪者登记要求。该法案平等适用于所有犯罪者，包括中国移民在内，一旦定罪将面临这些加重处罚和登记要求。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Judiciary Committee
3. Public Safety Committee
 Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of enticing a child and to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to that offense. Gerdes 12/18/2024 H Filed
HB1762
This bill makes illegal aliens ineligible for any form of community supervision or deferred adjudication in Texas criminal cases. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects any Chinese nationals who entered the US without proper inspection or failed to maintain their nonimmigrant status (like expired student/work visas). This could result in harsher punishments as they would be ineligible for probation alternatives.
该法案规定非法移民在德克萨斯州的刑事案件中不能获得社区监督或延期判决等缓刑待遇。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但会影响所有未经适当检查入境或未能维持非移民身份（如学生签证/工作签证过期）的中国公民。由于他们将无法获得缓刑选择，这可能导致更严厉的处罚。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Judiciary Committee
 Relating to changing the eligibility of certain persons to receive community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision. Leach 01/07/2025 H Filed
HB1832
This bill increases criminal penalties for illegal aliens in Texas based on their prior convictions. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens who enter or stay illegally in Texas. The bill creates a tiered penalty system: Class B misdemeanor as base offense, escalating to state jail felony, third-degree felony, second-degree felony, or first-degree felony depending on prior convictions for drugs, violent crimes, or other offenses.
该法案根据非法移民的前科记录加重对其的刑事处罚。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但会影响所有非法入境或在德克萨斯州非法居留的非公民。该法案建立了分级处罚制度：基本罪行为B级轻罪，根据此前涉及毒品、暴力犯罪或其他犯罪的定罪记录，可升级为州立监狱重罪、三级重罪、二级重罪或一级重罪。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
 Relating to the punishment for certain criminal offenses involving illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien; increasing criminal penalties. Gerdes 01/14/2025 H Filed
HB1892
This bill establishes the Uniform Unregulated Child Custody Transfer Act, making it illegal to transfer custody of children outside official channels. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects intercountry adoptions, including those from China, by requiring additional oversight and reporting to the US Department of State when home visits are conducted for internationally adopted children.
该法案确立了《统一非规范儿童监护权转让法》，规定在正式渠道之外转让儿童监护权为非法行为。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但该法案会影响包括来自中国在内的跨国收养，要求对国际收养儿童进行家访时需要额外监管并向美国国务院报告。
1. Committee on Juvenile Justice and Family Issues
2. Committee on Human Services
3. Committee on International Relations Economic Development
 Relating to the Uniform Unregulated Child Custody Transfer Act; creating criminal offenses. Cook 01/16/2025 H Filed
SB81
This bill authorizes Texas Department of Public Safety to detect, deter, and repel illegal border crossings, return illegal aliens to Mexico, enhance cargo examination at ports of entry, and use force against cartel operatives at the Texas-Mexico border. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, increased border security and cargo examination could affect legal Chinese travelers and businesses conducting trade through Texas ports.
该法案授权德克萨斯州公共安全部检测、阻止和驱逐非法越境者，将非法移民遣返墨西哥，加强入境口岸的货物检查，并对墨西哥边境的跨国犯罪集团成员使用武力。虽然并非直接针对中国移民，但加强边境安全和货物检查可能会影响通过德克萨斯州口岸的中国合法旅客和商业贸易。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. Border International Affairs Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the authority of the Department of Public Safety to act during a state of invasion or imminent danger on the Texas-Mexico border. Hall 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB135
The bill creates the Texas Division of Homeland Security to conduct border security operations along the Texas-Mexico border. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, the division’s broad powers in surveillance, intelligence gathering, and interdiction of illegal entry could affect all immigrants, including Chinese nationals, particularly those near the border area or those suspected of illegal entry.
该法案设立德克萨斯州国土安全部门，负责在德克萨斯-墨西哥边境开展边境安全行动。虽然并非直接针对中国移民，但该部门在监视、情报收集和阻止非法入境方面的广泛权力可能会影响所有移民，包括中国公民，特别是在边境地区或被怀疑非法入境的人员。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Border Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
 Relating to the creation, operation, and powers of the Texas Division of Homeland Security. Hall 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB136
This bill amends Texas Government Code to strengthen interstate border security cooperation, defining “illegal alien” and expanding provisions for joint action between states. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all non-citizens unlawfully present in the US, including Chinese nationals, through enhanced detection, apprehension, detention, and monitoring systems at the Texas-Mexico border.
该法案修改德克萨斯州政府法典，加强州际边境安全合作，明确定义了”非法外国人”，并扩大了州际间联合行动的条款。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但该法案通过在德克萨斯-墨西哥边境加强侦测、逮捕、拘留和监控系统，将影响所有非法居留在美国的非公民，包括中国公民。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Border International Affairs Committee
 Relating to the provisions required in an interstate compact on border security. Hall 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB179
This bill requires conducting a public outreach campaign to educate mixed-status families about Medicaid and child health plan program eligibility. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects all mixed-status families where some members are not U.S. citizens/nationals. The campaign will clarify that children’s benefits won’t affect parents’ immigration status and provide information in multiple languages based on the target population.
该法案要求开展公共宣传活动，向混合身份家庭（即家庭成员中既有美国公民也有非公民的家庭）普及医疗补助和儿童健康计划的资格要求。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但该法案影响所有混合身份家庭。该活动将明确说明子女获得福利不会影响父母的移民身份，并将根据目标人群提供多语言信息。
1. Health and Human Services Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Public Health Committee
 Relating to a public outreach and education campaign for mixed-status families regarding eligibility for Medicaid and the child health plan program. Menéndez 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB316
This bill authorizes the Texas Facilities Commission to use eminent domain power to acquire land for building a border wall, aiming to prevent illegal entry, human trafficking, and contraband. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it could affect all immigrants by strengthening border control measures and potentially creating a more restrictive environment for international travel and immigration.
该法案授权德克萨斯州设施委员会使用土地征用权，获取土地以建造边境墙，旨在防止非法入境、人口贩运和违禁品走私。虽然并未特别针对中国移民，但通过加强边境管控措施，可能会影响所有移民，并可能为国际旅行和移民创造更具限制性的环境。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Border International Affairs Committee
 Relating to the exercise of eminent domain authority by the Texas Facilities Commission to build a wall along this state’s international border. Creighton 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB552
This bill makes illegal aliens ineligible for community supervision and deferred adjudication community supervision in Texas criminal cases. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects any Chinese nationals who are in the US illegally or have failed to maintain their legal immigration status, making them ineligible for these alternative sentencing options if convicted of crimes.
该法案规定非法移民在德克萨斯州的刑事案件中不能获得社区监督和延期裁决社区监督。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但会影响所有非法入境或未能维持合法移民身份的中国公民，使他们在被定罪后无法获得这些替代性判决选项。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Judiciary Committee
 Relating to changing the eligibility of certain persons to receive community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision. Huffman 12/09/2024 S Filed
SB881
This bill creates a pathway for foreign-trained physicians to practice medicine in Texas through a provisional license system. Chinese medical graduates can apply if they meet requirements including: good standing license in China, 5+ years practice experience, English proficiency, and employment offer from a Texas healthcare facility. They must practice under supervision of a board-certified physician. This could help qualified Chinese doctors work in Texas while addressing physician shortages.
该法案为外国培训的医生在德克萨斯州执业创建了一个临时执照系统。中国医学毕业生如果满足以下条件可以申请：在中国有良好信誉的执照、5年以上执业经验、英语熟练程度、以及来自德克萨斯州医疗机构的聘用offer。他们必须在委员会认证的医生监督下执业。这可以帮助合格的中国医生在德克萨斯州工作，同时解决医生短缺问题。
1. Health Human Services Committee
2. Higher Education Committee
3. Insurance Committee
 Relating to the issuance by the Texas Medical Board of certain licenses to practice medicine and the authority of an insured to select certain license holders under the insured’s health policy; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. Sparks 01/23/2025 S Filed

Others

Overview

These bills cover a wide range of regulatory areas including criminal justice, transportation, taxation, child welfare, and state sovereignty. Several bills have potential implications for Chinese immigrants and nationals in the US:

Key impacts on Chinese immigrants and nationals:

  1. Immigration Documentation (HB566): Directly affects Chinese immigrants by specifying acceptable documents for driver’s license applications, including various immigration documents.

  2. State Sovereignty Bills (HB796, HB898, SB80): Could impact Chinese immigrants if Texas declares federal immigration policies or international agreements unconstitutional, potentially affecting their legal status and protections.

  3. Transportation Security (HB1170): May lead to increased scrutiny of Chinese travelers through enhanced screening procedures due to focus on “foreign actors.”

  4. Legal Rights Limitations (HB1394): Could restrict Chinese immigrants’ ability to pursue religious freedom claims against Texas state entities in federal courts.

  5. Lobbying Regulations (HB1451): Affects Chinese nationals involved in lobbying by requiring disclosure of foreign agent registration.

  6. Federal Law Enforcement (HB1982): May impact federal investigations involving Chinese nationals by adding local oversight requirements.

  7. Firearms Restrictions (HB2241): Specifically mentions Chinese-made firearms in prohibited weapons list.

Other bills, while not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, apply equally to all residents including Chinese nationals, such as those related to fuel tampering (HB316, SB575), animal sales (HB495), abortion services (HB991), and various criminal offenses.

Translation

这些法案涵盖了广泛的监管领域，包括刑事司法、交通运输、税收、儿童福利和州主权。多项法案可能会影响在美国的中国移民和公民：

对中国移民和公民的主要影响：

  1. 移民文件要求（HB566）：直接影响中国移民申请驾照时可接受的证件类型。

  2. 州主权法案（HB796、HB898、SB80）：如果德克萨斯州宣布联邦移民政策或国际协议违宪，可能影响中国移民的法律地位和保护。

  3. 交通安全（HB1170）：由于关注”外国行为者”，可能导致对中国旅客加强筛查。

  4. 法律权利限制（HB1394）：可能限制中国移民在联邦法院对德州政府实体提起宗教自由诉讼的能力。

  5. 游说规定（HB1451）：要求披露外国代理人登记，影响参与游说活动的中国公民。

  6. 联邦执法（HB1982）：通过增加地方监督要求，可能影响涉及中国公民的联邦调查。

  7. 枪支限制（HB2241）：特别提到禁止中国制造的枪支。

其他法案虽然不直接针对中国移民，但平等适用于包括中国公民在内的所有居民，如关于燃料设备篡改（HB316、SB575）、动物销售（HB495）、堕胎服务（HB991）和各类刑事犯罪的法案。

Bills

Last Updated at 10:07:35 2025-01-30

Bill Number Summary Translationd Committees Caption Authors Last Actiond
HB316
This bill creates a criminal offense for interfering with motor fuel metering devices or payment terminals, making it a second-degree felony. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it applies to anyone who tampers with fuel devices or benefits from such tampering. The bill has no direct discriminatory impact on Chinese individuals or other immigrant groups.
该法案将干扰燃油计量设备或支付终端定为刑事犯罪，属二级重罪。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但适用于任何篡改燃油设备或从中获益的人。该法案对中国个人或其他移民群体没有直接的歧视性影响。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Energy Resources Committee
3. Business Commerce Committee
 Relating to creating a criminal offense for interfering with a motor fuel metering device or motor fuel unattended payment terminal and the prosecution of certain organized criminal activity. Perez, Mary Ann 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB495
This bill amends the Business Commerce Code to make it a deceptive trade practice to knowingly sell sick animals without disclosing their health condition or provide false/misleading health records or screening information about animals being sold. This bill has no specific impact on Chinese immigrants or Chinese nationals in the US.
该法案修改商业与贸易法规，将故意销售患病动物而不披露其健康状况，或在销售动物时提供虚假/误导性的健康记录或筛查信息定义为欺骗性贸易行为。该法案对在美国的中国移民或中国公民没有特定影响。
1. Business Commerce Committee
2. Agriculture Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to the deceptive trade practice of providing false or misleading information regarding the health of an animal being sold or offered for sale. Patterson 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB566
This bill affects all immigrants, including Chinese, by specifying acceptable documents for driver’s license applications in Texas. It requires the Department to accept certain immigration documents as proof of lawful presence, including pending immigration applications, employment authorization documents, valid immigrant visas with unexpired foreign passports, and border crossing cards with I-94 numbers.
该法案影响所有移民（包括中国移民），明确规定了在德克萨斯州申请驾驶执照时可接受的证明文件。该法案要求交通部门接受特定的移民文件作为合法居留证明，包括正在处理中的移民申请、工作许可证、有效的移民签证和未过期的外国护照，以及带有I-94号码的过境卡。
1. Transportation Committee
2. Public Safety Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to required proof of lawful presence in the United States for issuance of a driver’s license. Bucy 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB796
This bill, known as the Texas Sovereignty Act, establishes a Joint Legislative Committee to review federal actions and determine if they are unconstitutional. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it could potentially impact them if federal immigration policies or international agreements with China are declared unconstitutional by Texas. The bill allows Texas to refuse implementation of federal actions deemed unconstitutional.
这项被称为《德克萨斯主权法案》的法案设立了一个联合立法委员会，用于审查联邦行动并确定其是否违宪。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但如果德克萨斯州认定与中国相关的联邦移民政策或国际协议违宪，可能会影响在德州的中国人。该法案允许德克萨斯拒绝执行被认定为违宪的联邦行动。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Constitutional Rights Remedies Committee
3. Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence Committee
 Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. Bell, Cecil 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB898
This bill establishes the Texas Sovereignty Act, creating a Joint Legislative Committee to review federal actions and determine if they are unconstitutional. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, this could impact them if federal immigration policies or international agreements with China are deemed unconstitutional by Texas, potentially affecting their legal status, rights, or protections under federal law.
该法案确立了《德克萨斯主权法案》，成立一个联合立法委员会来审查联邦行动并确定其是否违宪。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但如果德克萨斯州认定与中国相关的联邦移民政策或国际协议违宪，可能会影响中国移民在联邦法律下的合法身份、权利或保护。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Constitutional Affairs Committee
3. Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence Committee
 Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. Spiller 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB930
This bill requires Congressional declaration of war or official action before Texas National Guard can be activated for combat duty in foreign conflicts. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it could affect US-China military tensions by limiting Texas’ ability to deploy National Guard in potential conflicts involving China, which may indirectly impact Chinese Americans’ perceived loyalty or security status.
该法案要求在德克萨斯州国民警卫队被派往国外执行战斗任务之前，必须获得国会的战争宣言或官方行动授权。虽然并非直接针对中国移民，但通过限制德州在涉及中国的潜在冲突中部署国民警卫队的能力，可能间接影响华裔美国人被认知的忠诚度或安全地位。
1. Defense Veterans’ Affairs Committee
2. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to certain requirements for activation of the Texas National Guard into active combat duty. Cain 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB991
This bill prohibits manufacturing, distributing, or providing information about abortion-inducing drugs in Texas. It requires Internet Service Providers to block access to websites facilitating abortion services. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, the bill affects all residents including Chinese nationals by restricting access to abortion-related information and services online. Violations can result in civil liability and criminal penalties.
该法案禁止在德克萨斯州制造、分发或提供堕胎药物相关信息。要求互联网服务提供商屏蔽提供堕胎服务的网站。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但该法案通过限制获取堕胎相关信息和在线服务，影响包括中国公民在内的所有居民。违反者将面临民事责任和刑事处罚。
1. House Committee on Public Health
2. House Committee on State Affairs
3. House Committee on Criminal Justice
 Relating to abortion, including civil liability for distribution of abortion-inducing drugs and duties of Internet service providers; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a private civil right of action. Toth 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1109
This bill amends the Tax Code to exempt counties from motor fuel (gasoline and diesel) taxes and allows counties to claim refunds for taxes paid. The bill has no direct impact on Chinese immigrants or Chinese nationals in the US, as it only affects county governments’ tax obligations on fuel purchases.
该法案修改税法，免除县政府支付机动车燃料（汽油和柴油）税，并允许县政府申请已支付税款的退款。该法案对在美国的中国移民或中国公民没有直接影响，因为它仅涉及县政府购买燃料时的纳税义务。
1. Ways and Means Committee
2. Transportation Committee
3. County Affairs Committee
 Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for counties in this state. VanDeaver 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1170
The bill requires Texas Department of Public Safety to analyze transportation security threats, including those from foreign actors and cyberthreats. While not explicitly targeting Chinese immigrants, the focus on “foreign actors” and transportation security could lead to increased scrutiny of Chinese travelers and transportation workers through enhanced screening and monitoring procedures.
该法案要求德克萨斯州公共安全部分析交通安全威胁，包括来自外国行为者和网络威胁的威胁。虽然没有明确针对中国移民，但对”外国行为者”和交通安全的关注可能会导致通过加强筛查和监控程序，对中国旅客和交通运输工作者加强审查。
1. Committee on Homeland Security Public Safety
2. Committee on Transportation
3. Committee on State Affairs
 Relating to analysis and mitigation of transportation security threats in this state. Raymond 11/12/2024 H Filed
HB1274
This bill amends criminal procedure code regarding intelligence databases for criminal groups and foreign terrorist organizations. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it affects anyone in these databases by: requiring notification when added, allowing information removal after renouncing membership, mandating annual audits, and prohibiting use of database information for employment or benefit determinations. The bill strengthens due process protections for all individuals in these databases.
该法案修改了关于犯罪团伙和外国恐怖组织情报数据库的刑事诉讼程序。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但它通过以下方式影响数据库中的所有人：要求将个人信息添加到数据库时必须通知、允许退出组织后删除信息、要求年度审计、禁止将数据库信息用于就业或福利决定。该法案加强了对数据库中所有个人的正当程序保护。
1. Homeland Security Public Safety Committee
2. Criminal Justice Committee
3. State Affairs Committee
 Relating to intelligence databases for combinations, criminal street gangs, and foreign terrorist organizations. González, Mary 11/13/2024 H Filed
HB1389
This bill establishes a grant program for junior reserve officers’ training corps (JROTC) programs to provide military funeral honors for veterans. The bill does not specifically target or impact Chinese immigrants or Chinese Americans. The grants (up to $3,500 per school year) can be used for uniforms, air rifles, flags, bugles, and related equipment. Any impact on Chinese Americans would be the same as for any other Americans participating in JROTC programs.
该法案建立了一项针对初级预备役军官训练团(JROTC)的资助计划，用于为退伍军人提供军事葬礼礼遇服务。该法案并未特别针对或影响中国移民或美籍华人。这些资助(每学年最高3,500美元)可用于购买制服、气步枪、旗帜、军号等相关设备。对美籍华人的任何影响与参与JROTC项目的其他美国人相同。
1. Veterans Affairs Committee
2. Education Committee
3. Military Affairs Committee
 Relating to a grant program for junior reserve officers’ training corps programs to provide military funeral honors for veterans. Garcia, Josey 11/18/2024 H Filed
HB1394
This bill modifies the definition of religious organizations and addresses sovereign immunity in religious freedom cases. It prohibits citizens of foreign states from suing Texas or its agencies in federal court under the 11th Amendment. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it could limit their ability to pursue religious freedom claims against Texas state entities in federal courts.
该法案修改了宗教组织的定义并处理宗教自由案件中的主权豁免问题。根据第十一修正案，该法案禁止外国公民在联邦法院起诉德克萨斯州或其机构。虽然并非直接针对中国移民，但可能会限制他们在联邦法院对德克萨斯州实体提起宗教自由诉讼的能力。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence Committee
3. Constitutional Rights Remedies Committee
 Relating to sovereign immunity and civil rights actions related to certain laws protecting the free exercise of religion. Schatzline 11/19/2024 H Filed
HB1451
This bill requires lobbyists to disclose in their registration form whether they are currently registered as foreign agents, were registered as foreign agents in the past 12 months, or engaged in activities that would require federal foreign agent registration. While not explicitly targeting Chinese nationals, this could affect Chinese individuals or organizations engaging in lobbying activities in Texas.
该法案要求说客在注册表格中披露他们是否目前被注册为外国代理人、在过去12个月内是否曾被注册为外国代理人，或者是否从事过如果在联邦层面开展就需要注册为外国代理人的活动。虽然没有明确针对中国公民，但这可能会影响在德克萨斯州从事游说活动的中国个人或组织。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Government Operations Committee
3. Ethics Committee
 Relating to the information required to be disclosed in a lobbyist registration form. Capriglione 11/21/2024 H Filed
HB1465
This bill expands sex offender registration requirements to include invasive visual recording offenses and clarifies the definition of places with reasonable expectation of privacy. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this law applies equally to all persons in Texas regardless of nationality who commit invasive visual recording offenses.
该法案扩大了性犯罪者登记要求，将侵犯性偷拍行为纳入其中，并明确了对具有合理隐私期望场所的定义。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但这项法律平等适用于在德克萨斯州所有实施侵犯性偷拍行为的人，无论其国籍如何。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Public Safety Committee
3. Judiciary Committee
 Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of invasive visual recording and the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to that offense. Hickland 11/25/2024 H Filed
HB1552
This bill changes terminology in Texas law from “child pornography” to “child sexual abuse material”. The change affects multiple sections of Texas codes including Penal Code, Family Code, and Business Commerce Code. This is primarily a terminology update and does not create new offenses or change existing penalties. The bill has no specific impact on Chinese immigrants or any other immigrant groups.
该法案将德克萨斯州法律中的”儿童色情”一词改为”儿童性虐待材料”。这一变更涉及德克萨斯州刑法、家庭法和商业法等多个法典。这主要是术语上的更新，并未创设新的犯罪类型或改变现有处罚。该法案对中国移民或其他任何移民群体都没有特定影响。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Judiciary Committee
3. Family Services Committee
 Relating to changing the name of the offense of child pornography to child sexual abuse material and to updating references to conform to that terminology. Paul 12/09/2024 H Filed
HB1598
This bill establishes the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, allowing the state treasury to hold Bitcoin as a financial asset. The bill does not specifically target Chinese immigrants or have direct impacts on Chinese individuals in the US. However, Section 403.704(b) prohibits transactions with “foreign countries,” which could potentially affect Chinese residents’ ability to donate Bitcoin to the reserve.
该法案建立德克萨斯州战略比特币储备，允许州财政部持有比特币作为金融资产。该法案并未特别针对中国移民，也不会直接影响在美国的中国人。但是，第403.704(b)条禁止与”外国”进行交易，这可能会影响中国居民向储备捐赠比特币的能力。
1. House Committee on State Affairs
2. House Committee on Financial Services
3. House Committee on Technology
 Relating to the establishment of a bitcoin reserve within the state treasury and the management of cryptocurrencies by governmental entities. Capriglione 12/12/2024 H Filed
HB1675
This bill, known as Mona’s Law, allows perpetual care cemeteries to inter cremated pet remains with their deceased owners in various ways, including in the same casket, nearby grave, or columbarium. The bill does not specifically target or impact Chinese immigrants or any other immigrant groups, as it applies equally to all individuals regardless of nationality.
这项被称为”莫娜法”的法案允许永久护理公墓以多种方式安葬宠物的骨灰与其已故主人同葬，包括放入同一棺材、邻近墓穴或骨灰龛中。该法案并未特别针对或影响中国移民或任何其他移民群体，因为它平等适用于所有个人，不分国籍。
1. Committee on Public Health
2. Committee on State Affairs
3. Committee on Business Commerce
 Relating to the interment of certain cremated animal remains with human remains in perpetual care cemeteries. Campos 12/19/2024 H Filed
HB1799
This bill establishes the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact to allow dentists and dental hygienists to practice across member states through expedited licensure. No specific restrictions on Chinese immigrants, but all applicants must meet licensing requirements including passing examinations and having no criminal convictions. The bill aims to increase access to dental care through interstate practice mobility.
该法案建立了州际牙医和牙科卫生执照协议，允许牙医和牙科卫生员通过快速执照程序在成员州之间执业。虽然没有专门针对中国移民的限制，但所有申请人都必须满足执照要求，包括通过考试且无犯罪记录。该法案旨在通过州际执业流动性增加牙科医疗服务的可及性。
1. Health Human Services Committee
2. State Affairs Committee
3. Licensing Administrative Procedures Committee
 Relating to the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. Harless 01/09/2025 H Filed
HB1891
This bill modifies criminal procedures and penalties related to invasive visual recording of minors. It increases penalties for such offenses committed on postsecondary educational premises and requires sex offender registration for offenders. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, these changes apply to all persons regardless of nationality who commit these offenses.
该法案修改了与侵犯性拍摄未成年人相关的刑事程序和处罚。它加重了在高等教育机构场所实施此类犯罪的处罚，并要求罪犯进行性犯罪者登记。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但这些变更适用于所有实施这些犯罪的人，不论国籍。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Higher Education Committee
3. Judiciary Committee
 Relating to the offense of invasive visual recording of a minor, including the statute of limitations for that offense and the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to that offense; harmonizing other statute of limitations provisions; increasing criminal penalties for certain sexual offenses. Cook 01/16/2025 H Filed
HB1982
This bill limits federal authority in Texas by requiring federal agents to obtain approval from the Texas Attorney General and local sheriff before executing federal warrants. It prohibits federal agents from being licensed as Texas peace officers and requires their peace officer licenses to be revoked. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this could impact federal investigations involving Chinese nationals by adding additional procedural requirements and local oversight of federal law enforcement activities.
该法案通过要求联邦探员在执行联邦搜查令之前必须获得德克萨斯州总检察长和当地警长的批准来限制联邦权力。法案禁止联邦探员获得德克萨斯州警察执照，并要求吊销其现有的警察执照。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但通过增加额外的程序要求和地方对联邦执法活动的监督，这可能会影响涉及中国公民的联邦调查。
1. Committee on State Affairs
2. Committee on Homeland Security Public Safety
3. Committee on Criminal Justice
 Relating to limitations on federal authority and federal agents in this state, including the licensure of federal agents and special procedures for executing federal warrants; creating a criminal offense. Hopper 01/22/2025 H Filed
HB2000
This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to include child grooming as a reportable offense requiring sex offender registration. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this law applies to all individuals regardless of nationality who are convicted of child grooming offenses in Texas, other states, federal jurisdiction, or foreign countries.
该法案修改《刑事诉讼法》，将儿童诱骗行为列入需要进行性犯罪者登记的应报告罪行。虽然该法案并非专门针对中国移民，但适用于在德克萨斯州、其他州、联邦司法管辖区或外国被判定犯有儿童诱骗罪的所有个人，不论其国籍。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Judiciary Committee
3. Public Safety Committee
 Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of child grooming. Ashby 01/22/2025 H Filed
HB2241
This bill prohibits manufacture, distribution, sale, and transfer of assault weapons, .50 caliber rifles, and unserialized firearms in Texas. It specifically lists Chinese-made firearms like AK, AKM, AKS, AK47, AK47S, 56, 56S, 84S, and 86S among prohibited assault weapons. The bill creates a private civil right of action allowing individuals to sue violators for at least $10,000 per weapon. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, it could impact their ability to purchase or transfer certain firearms of Chinese origin.
该法案禁止在德克萨斯州制造、分销、销售和转让突击武器、.50口径步枪和无序列号的枪支。它特别将中国制造的枪支如AK、AKM、AKS、AK47、AK47S、56、56S、84S和86S列入禁止的突击武器清单。该法案创建了私人民事诉讼权,允许个人就每件武器起诉违规者至少10,000美元。虽然没有直接针对中国移民,但可能会影响他们购买或转让某些中国原产枪支的能力。
1. House Committee on Homeland Security Public Safety
2. House Committee on State Affairs
3. House Committee on Judiciary Civil Jurisprudence
 Relating to firearms; authorizing a private civil right of action. Dutton 01/29/2025 H Filed
SB80
This bill establishes the Texas Sovereignty Act, creating a Joint Legislative Committee to review and potentially declare federal actions unconstitutional. While not directly targeting Chinese immigrants, any federal immigration policies or executive orders deemed unconstitutional by Texas could affect Chinese nationals in Texas, as the state could refuse to implement or enforce such federal actions. This could impact immigration enforcement, benefits, or protections for Chinese immigrants in Texas.
该法案确立了《德克萨斯主权法案》，成立了一个联合立法委员会来审查并可能宣布联邦行动违宪。虽然没有直接针对中国移民，但如果德克萨斯州认定任何联邦移民政策或行政命令违宪，可能会影响在德克萨斯州的中国公民，因为该州可以拒绝执行这些联邦行动。这可能影响到对中国移民的移民执法、福利或保护措施。
1. State Affairs Committee
2. Constitutional Affairs Committee
3. Judiciary Committee
 Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. Hall 11/12/2024 S Filed
SB575
This bill creates a new criminal offense for interfering with motor fuel metering devices or payment terminals, making it a second-degree felony. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it applies to anyone who tampers with gas station equipment. The bill does not have direct discriminatory impact on Chinese individuals but could affect any person regardless of nationality who commits these offenses.
该法案将干扰燃油计量设备或支付终端定为新的刑事犯罪，属二级重罪。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但适用于任何篡改加油站设备的人。该法案对中国个人没有直接的歧视性影响，但可能会影响任何实施这些违法行为的人，无论其国籍如何。
1. Criminal Justice Committee
2. Transportation Committee
3. Business Commerce Committee
 Relating to creating a criminal offense for interfering with a motor fuel metering device or motor fuel unattended payment terminal and the prosecution of certain organized criminal activity. Zaffirini 12/12/2024 S Filed
SB620
This bill modifies the Texas Family Code by changing “reasonable efforts” to “active efforts” in child welfare cases. It defines “active efforts” as affirmative, active, thorough, and timely efforts to maintain or reunite a child with their family. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, this higher standard of effort applies to all child welfare cases and could affect any immigrant families involved with Child Protective Services.
该法案修改了德克萨斯州家庭法，将儿童福利案件中的”合理努力”改为”积极努力”。它将”积极努力”定义为维持或重新团聚儿童与其家庭的主动、积极、全面和及时的努力。虽然没有特别针对中国移民，但这个更高的努力标准适用于所有儿童福利案件，可能会影响到涉及儿童保护服务的任何移民家庭。
1. Committee on Family Services
2. Committee on Juvenile Justice Family Issues
3. Committee on Human Services
 Relating to applying an active efforts standard for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. Sparks 12/13/2024 S Filed
SB677
This bill amends the Tax Code to exempt counties from motor fuel (gasoline and diesel) taxes and allows counties to claim refunds for taxes paid. This is a tax exemption bill that does not specifically target or impact Chinese immigrants or any other immigrant groups. The bill only affects county governments’ fuel tax obligations.
该法案修改税法，免除县政府的机动车燃料（汽油和柴油）税，并允许县政府申请已缴纳税款的退税。这是一项税收豁免法案，不specifically针对或影响中国移民或任何其他移民群体。该法案仅影响县政府的燃料税义务。
1. Ways and Means Committee
2. Finance Committee
3. Transportation Committee
 Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for counties in this state. Hughes 12/19/2024 S Filed
SB727
This bill establishes a small non-road engine purchase incentive program in Texas that provides financial incentives for purchasing electric or alternative technology engines under 25 horsepower. While not specifically targeting Chinese immigrants, it could affect any Chinese-owned businesses or individuals in Texas who use small engines for landscaping, construction, or other purposes by providing up to 80% cost coverage for switching to cleaner technologies.
该法案在德克萨斯州设立了一项小型非道路发动机购买激励计划，为购买25马力以下的电动或替代技术发动机提供财政激励。虽然并非专门针对中国移民，但可能会影响德克萨斯州从事园艺、建筑或其他使用小型发动机的中国企业或个人，通过提供高达80%的成本补贴来支持转换到更清洁的技术。
1. Environmental Regulation Committee
2. Natural Resources Committee
3. Energy Resources Committee
 Relating to the creation of a small non-road engine purchase incentive program under the Texas emissions reduction plan. Johnson 01/07/2025 S Filed