Honorable Mary Denny, Chair, House Committee on Elections
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB72 by Naishtat (Relating to the regulation of electioneering communications made in connection with a political campaign; providing a criminal penalty.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Election Code and provide reporting requirements for individuals who make electioneering communication during specific time periods. It is assumed that any additional duties and responsibilities associated with implementing the provisions of the bill could be absorbed within existing state resources.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.
Source Agencies:
307 Secretary of State, 356 Texas Ethics Commission