Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and certain political committees during certain periods in which a member is absent from a legislative session; authorizing a civil penalty.

Summary

The law adds a new subchapter to the Government Code that defines an “impeding absence” and forbids legislators, specific‑purpose committees, and caucuses from accepting political contributions beyond the daily limit or using money for travel, food, or lodging related to that absence. Violations must be returned within five days and can incur up to $5,000 in civil penalties. It applies only to contributions or expenditures made after the act’s effective date.

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