Texas Bill to Remove Legislators with Too Many Absences | Community Exchange
Policy State Our Government
Texas Bill to Remove Legislators with Too Many Absences HB 298 would create a rule that removes a state legislator from office if they miss too many legislative sessions without permission.
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On the record
April 13, 2026
What it means for your household Under $30,000
This rule doesn't directly change your household budget or benefits. It's about making sure your state representatives show up to work.
$30,000-$60,000
This rule doesn't directly change your household budget or benefits. It's about making sure your state representatives show up to work.
$60,000-$100,000
This rule doesn't directly change your household budget or benefits. It's about making sure your state representatives show up to work.
Over $100,000
This rule doesn't directly change your household budget or benefits. It's about making sure your state representatives show up to work.
What you can do right now Your voice carries more weight when it comes from the people a policy affects.
A.J. LouderbackTexas State Representative, District 30
Adam HinojosaTexas State Senator, District 27
Decisions are made by those who show up. Policies move whether neighbors watch or not. Call the people responsible, show up to the session, or see what else is on the record.
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Source record Organization Texas Legislature
Added to Community Exchange Apr 12, 2026
Aicha DavisTexas State Representative, District 109
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How this connects
HB 298 is a Texas state bill that would create accountability for state legislators. If a senator or representative misses too many legislative floor sessions without getting permission, their office seat becomes vacant. This means a new legislator would fill the position. When we show up together, our community becomes more connected, more resilient, and more powerful.