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HB 1

General Appropriations Bill.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Greg Bonnen and 2 co-sponsors

Texas allocates state budgets across agencies and programs for the next fiscal biennium, determining funding for education, healthcare, transportation, and all state operations.

Referred to Appropriations
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Bill Summary · HB 1

Legislative bill overview

HB 1 is Texas's general appropriations bill, which allocates state funds across all government agencies and programs for the upcoming fiscal biennium. This is the primary legislation through which the state legislature determines spending levels for education, healthcare, transportation, criminal justice, and all other state functions.

Why is this important

The general appropriations bill directly determines funding priorities and resource availability for essential services that affect millions of Texans. It reflects legislative priorities regarding education funding, healthcare access, infrastructure investment, and social services, making it one of the most consequential pieces of legislation passed each session.

Potential points of contention

  • Education funding levels – Disputes over adequate funding for public schools, higher education, and workforce training programs
  • Healthcare appropriations – Debates over Medicaid expansion, mental health services, and healthcare provider reimbursement rates
  • Tax revenue forecasts – Disagreements about state revenue projections that determine overall spending capacity and potential budget shortfalls or surpluses
  • Agency priorities and cuts – Competing demands from various state agencies and constituent groups advocating for their programs
  • Contingency reserves – Discussions about appropriate rainy-day fund levels versus immediate spending needs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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