Cody Harris Voting Record & Scorecard | National GOP Platform
TX Representative
District: 8 • Republican
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Rep. Cody Harris (R-TX-8) is tracked on the National GOP Platform legislative scorecard. Cody Harris represents the 8th District in the Texas House of Representatives. Highest category scores: Chapter 9: Government Of, By, And For The People. (100%), Chapter 3: Build The Greatest Economy In History. (100%), and Chapter 8: Bring Common Sense To Our Government. (100%).
Title
Lawmaker Position
HB 1151
House 2025
2xHB 1151House 20252x
Protecting Parental Rights by Preventing Government Taking Custody of Children Solely Because of a Parent's Reasonable Medical Decision.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prohibits the state from taking custody of a child solely because their parent refused to allow psychiatric or psychological treatment, or because parents choose a recognized "alternative treatment" for their child. This protection applies unless the decision causes a substantial risk of harm to the child or impairs the child's development.
Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #1 – Empower American Families Republicans will promote a Culture that values the Sanctity of Marriage, the blessings of childhood, the foundational role of families, and supports working parents. We will end policies that punish families.
HB 1268
House 2025
2xHB 1268House 20252x
Growing Cronyism by Creating an Additional Economic Development Program to Provide Select Businesses Supplemental Grants.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill requires the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office to establish the "Texas Technology and Innovation Program" to match or supplement federal funds received by businesses, particularly small or emerging businesses. This exemplifies big-government overreach by establishing a permanent new program that uses taxpayer dollars to pick winners in the tech sector through matching grants, distorting free-market competition, and imposing unnecessary bureaucratic costs on Texans without guaranteeing economic returns.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 1353
House 2025
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Further Indebting Taxpayers by Allowing Additional State Agencies to Issue Bonds for "International Cooperation Agreements".
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill allows the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to issue bonds (debt) under "International Cooperation Agreements" with Mexico, the states of Mexico, and agencies created through a treaty or agreement between the U.S. and Mexico. This allows agreements for joint efforts on cross-border issues, such as infrastructure investment, electric utilities coordination (via the Public Utility Commission), water development, and environmental quality (involving the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality - TCEQ).
Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #5 – Buy American and Hire American: Republicans will strengthen Buy American and Hire American Policies, banning companies that outsource jobs from doing business with the Federal Government.
HB 1359
House 2025
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Growing the Welfare State by Forcing Taxpayers to Subsidize Electric Bills Through a New Payment Assistance Fund.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill establishes the "income-based assistance fund" to provide bill payment assistance for low-income electric customers and critical care residential customers and provide information on other assistance programs. We should work to lower energy costs for all Americans, not create another welfare program.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Reliable and Abundant Low Cost Energy: Republicans will increase Energy Production across the board, streamline the permitting process, and end market-distorting restrictions on Oil, Natural Gas, and Coal. The Republican Party will once again make America Energy Independent, and then Energy Dominant, lowering Energy prices even below the record lows achieved during President Trump’s first term.
HB 1781
House 2025
2xHB 1781House 20252x
Worsening Cronyism and Government Central Planning by Forcing Taxpayers to Subsidize County Fairs and Local Rodeos.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill establishes the "Texas Livestock and Rodeo Education and Continuation Grant Program" to provide grants to county fairs and local rodeos. Funds may be used for purposes such as facility maintenance and construction, event programs, and personnel salaries. It is not the proper role of government to fund fairs and rodeos and taxpayer funds should not be utilized to advance government-favored industries.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 180
House 2025
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Restoring Law and Order by Allowing the Governor to Protect Texans Through Agreements with Mexico.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill allows the Governor of Texas (or designated officials) to enter into agreements, memoranda of understanding, or cooperative arrangements with the government of Mexico (or its states/agencies) for purposes related to border security, immigration enforcement, migrant management, drug interdiction, human trafficking prevention, or other border protection efforts. The bill emphasizes sovereignty, mutual benefit, and compliance with federal law while empowering Texas to pursue bilateral solutions to border challenges without relying solely on federal action.
Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #2 – Enforce Immigration Laws: Republicans will strengthen ICE, increase penalties for illegal entry and overstaying Visas, and reinstate
“Remain in Mexico” and other Policies that helped reduce Illegal Immigration to historic lows in President Trump’s first term. We will also invoke the Alien Enemies Act to remove all known or suspected gang members, drug dealers, or cartel members from the United States, ending the scourge of Illegal Alien gang violence once and for all. We will bring back the Travel Ban, and use Title 42 to end the child trafficking crisis by returning all trafficked children to their families in their Home Countries immediately.
HB 18 (2nd Special Session)
House 2025
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Strengthening Government Integrity by Prohibiting Lawmakers who Leave the State to Deny a Quorum from Accepting Political Contributions or Making Political Expenditures.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prohibits state lawmakers from accepting political contributions during an "impeding absence" or making a political expenditure for travel, food, or lodging during such an absence. The bill defines an "impeding absence" as an unexcused absence out-of-state by a lawmaker during a session, designed to impede the legislature. Lawmakers are required to return any political contributions received during such an absence. The bill also applies to specific-purpose committees and legislative caucuses supporting or assisting a lawmaker during such an absence, and includes an exception for contributions up to the daily per diem rate. Violations carry a civil fine of up to $5,000 per contribution accepted. This bill is in response to over 50 members of the House of Representatives who left the state to prevent a quorum in order to block the House from passing congressional redistricting legislation.
Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Section #1 – Republicans Will Stop Woke and Weaponized Government: We will hold accountable those who have misused the power of Government to unjustly prosecute their Political Opponents. We will declassify Government records, root out wrongdoers, and fire corrupt employees.
HB 192 (2nd Special Session)
House 2025
2xHB 192 (2nd Special Session)House 20252x
Strengthening Public Safety by Requiring Voter Approval for Counties to Reduce Law Enforcement Funding or Police Positions and Prohibiting Transferring Funds Appropriated to the Sheriff or Constable.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill requires voter approval for a county with a population of at least 3.3 million (such as Harris County, which includes Houston) to reduce a law enforcement agency budget or the number of peace office positions, or to reallocate unspent funds from a law enforcement agency or reallocate previously appropriated funds from a law enforcement agency to another agency. Additionally, the bill prohibits such counties from transferring funds appropriated to a sheriff or constable or prohibiting the sheriff or constable from using such funds. Protecting property rights and ensuring public safety through a well-staffed police force serve as essential components of government. Unfortunately, so-called criminal justice "reforms", have led to skyrocketing crime rates and are being advanced across the nation by George Soros and other left-leaning Billionaires through their funding of advocacy organizations on both sides of the political aisle.
Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #2 – Rebuild Our Cities and Restore Law and Order: Republicans will restore safety in our neighborhoods by replenishing Police Departments, restoring Common Sense Policing, and protecting Officers from frivolous lawsuits. We will stand up to Marxist Prosecutors, vigorously defend the Right of every American to live in peace, and we will compassionately address homelessness to restore order to our streets.
HB 1955
House 2025
2xHB 1955House 20252x
Growing Government Dependency Through a New Program to Provide Grants for Early Childhood Mental Health Home Visiting Services.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill requires the Health and Human Services Commission to establish the "Early Childhood Mental Health Home Visiting Grant Program" to provide grants to organizations to provide such services. The bill requires that grant recipients have experience providing certain services to "low-income, high-risk families." Creating new government welfare programs only breeds dependency, discourages hard work, and burdens taxpayers with unsustainable debt—true compassion comes from empowering individuals through opportunity, not endless entitlements.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 206
House 2025
2xHB 206House 20252x
Combatting Local Government Overreach by Prohibiting Counties from Requiring Cash Bonds for Pipeline Approval.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill restricts counties from requiring a cash bond as a condition for approving construction of a pipeline. Specifically, counties cannot impose such a bond unless they allow the pipeline proposer the right to approve or deny how the bond proceeds are used. If the proposer denies the use, they are entitled to a full refund of the bond. This applies only to pipeline approval applications filed on or after the effective date. By limiting local government regulations that could impose financial burdens or delays on pipeline projects, this bill facilitates easier development of energy infrastructure, which is seen as essential for economic growth, job creation in the oil and gas sector, and national energy independence.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #1 – Unleash American Energy: Republicans will unleash Energy Production from all sources, including nuclear, to immediately slash Inflation and power American homes, cars, and factories with reliable, abundant, and affordable Energy.
HB 22
House 2025
1xHB 22House 20251x
Promoting Economic Growth and Spurring Investment by Expanding Property Tax Exemption to All Intangible Personal Property.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill exempts all intangible personal property from the state's property tax. This includes items such as stocks, bonds, patents, copyrights, trademarks, goodwill, software (in many cases), accounts receivable, and other non-physical assets. Under existing law, certain intangible personal property owned by insurance companies and savings and loan associations are not exempt from the state's property tax. This reduces the tax burden on businesses and individuals while promoting economic growth in Texas' pro-business environment.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 229
House 2025
2xHB 229House 20252x
Protecting Women by Confirming the Definition of "Sex" as One's Biological Sex at Birth.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill, also known as the "Women's Bill of Rights" establishes a legal definition of "sex" for use in statutes and state code. It defines "sex" as an individual's biological sex at birth, determined by reproductive anatomy and chromosomes. It provides corresponding definitions for terms like "male," "female," "man," "woman," "boy," and "girl" based solely on biological sex, excluding gender identity or expression. Governmental entities (including state agencies, political subdivisions, and those collecting vital statistics or complying with antidiscrimination laws) must use these biological definitions when identifying or reporting an individual's sex in official records, forms, surveys, or data collection. This bill helps strengthen safety and privacy in restrooms and locker rooms at educational facilities, prisons and other locations across the state.
Chapter 9 – Government of, By and For the People – Section #5 – Republicans Will End Left-wing Gender Insanity: We will keep men out of women’s sports, ban Taxpayer funding for sex change surgeries, and stop Taxpayer-funded Schools from promoting gender transition, reverse Biden’s radical rewrite of Title IX Education Regulations, and restore protections for women and girls.
HB 23 (2nd Special Session)
House 2025
2xHB 23 (2nd Special Session)House 20252x
Expanding Cronyism Through a Property Tax Exemption for Certain Harris County Nonprofits.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill provides an ad valorem property tax exemption for certain nonprofit organizations in a county with a population of at least 3.3 million (such as Harris County, which includes Houston). The exemption applies to property used for "promoting agriculture, supporting youth, and providing educational support in the community" by nonprofits that are organized "exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes." This bill fuels cronyism by enriching government-favored organizations and diluting the overall tax base. All state and local tax codes should be constructed in a broadly applied manner with the lowest rates possible for everyone.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 2440
House 2025
2xHB 2440House 20252x
Protecting Automotive Freedom and the Internal Combustion Engine by Preventing State Agencies from Requiring All New Vehicles be Electric or Zero Emission.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prevents state agencies from prohibiting or restricting the sale or use of vehicles based on the power source, or prohibiting owning an engine-powered vehicle. The bill also provides that the state's air quality implementation goal may not restrict the ability to purchase vehicles. This measure is critical to protecting automotive freedom amid pushes by California and other states to force electric vehicle purchases. It is the role of the free market - not central planning by government bureaucrats - to determine the propulsion of new vehicle sales.
Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #3 – Save the American Auto Industry: Republicans will revive the U.S. Auto Industry by reversing harmful Regulations, canceling Biden’s Electric Vehicle and other Mandates, and preventing the importation of Chinese vehicles.
HB 25 (2nd Special Session)
House 2025
1xHB 25 (2nd Special Session)House 20251x
Strengthening Medical Freedom by Allowing Pharmacists to Dispense Ivermectin Without a Prescription.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill allows pharmacists to dispense ivermectin without a prescription, in accordance with procedures and protocols developed by the Texas Board of Pharmacy. Additionally, the bill provides criminal and civil immunity, and prohibits professional disciplinary action, as long as the pharmacist acted "in a reasonably prudent manner."
Chapter 4 – Bring Back the American Dream and Make it Affordable Again for Families, Young People, and Everyone – Section #3 – Affordable Healthcare: Healthcare and prescription drug costs are out of control. Republicans will increase Transparency, promote Choice and Competition, and expand access to new Affordable Healthcare and prescription drug options. We will protect Medicare, and ensure Seniors receive the care they need without being burdened by excessive costs.
HB 2 (Motion to Table Bryant Amd. 14)
House 2025
1xHB 2 (Motion to Table Bryant Amd. 14)House 20251x
Promoting Fiscal Responsibility by Stopping Per-Student K-12 Spending Increases.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This motion tables (defeats) the Bryant amendment #14 to a bill establishing a school choice Education Savings Account program. The amendment increases per-student funding by increasing part of the funding formula from $6,500 to $7,540. While it is a necessary role for government to provide quality K-12 education - ideally through school choice -the state must pursue every available avenue to rein in its out-of-control spending, which, when coupled with the over $185 trillion in federal liabilities, represents the greatest existential threat facing this country.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 2 (Motion to Table Bryant Amd. 16)
House 2025
1xHB 2 (Motion to Table Bryant Amd. 16)House 20251x
Combatting Teacher Shortages and Reducing Employment Barriers by Allowing Open-Enrollment Charter Schools Additional Flexibility in Hiring Teachers.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This motion tables (defeats) the Bryant amendment #14 to a bill establishing a school choice Education Savings Account program. The amendment expands the restriction on schools employing uncertified teachers to also include open-enrollment charter schools, rather than only school districts. This amendment would increase teacher shortages and defeating it helps ensure classrooms are staffed by the most qualified and effective educators.
Chapter 7 – Cultivate Great K-12 Schools Leading to Great Jobs and Great Lives for Young People – Section #1 – Great Principals and Great Teachers: Republicans will support schools that focus on Excellence and Parental Rights. We will support ending Teacher Tenure, adopting Merit pay, and allowing various publicly supported Educational models.
HB 3284
House 2025
2xHB 3284House 20252x
Promoting Traditional Family Values by Establishing the "Texas Commission on Marriage and Family".
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill establishes the "Texas Commission on Marriage and Family" to promote "strong marriages and healthy families" and provide recommendations to the legislature to help make the state "favorable for marriage and raising children." Identifying and removing government barriers that discourage marriage and strong family formation while promoting stable, two-parent households is the foundation for a healthier, more prosperous Texas.
Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #1 – Empower American Families: Republicans will promote a Culture that values the Sanctity of Marriage, the blessings of childhood, the foundational role of families, and supports working parents. We will end policies that punish families.
HB 3743
House 2025
1xHB 3743House 20251x
Reducing the Size of Government by Reducing the Number of Management Positions.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill enforces a standard ratio of no more than one manager for every 11 non-managerial staff full-time employees (FTEs) across all state agencies, which was previously limited to certain larger executive branch agencies. Agencies must develop procedures to hire the fewest possible management positions while maintaining operations. Small agencies (fewer than 11 FTEs) can have one manager.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 3883
House 2025
2xHB 3883House 20252x
Increasing Cronyism by Forcing Taxpayers to Subsidize Auto Racing and the South by Southwest Festival Under the "Major Events Reimbursement Program".
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill expands eligibility under the "Major Events Reimbursement Program" to include a Federation Internationale de l 'Automobile (FIA) World Endurance Championship international automobile race and the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals. Additionally, the bill exempts the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals event from the eligibility requirement that an organization select the site after considering at least one site in a different state in a "highly competitive" process. The free market - not central planning by government bureaucrats - is the best mechanism to select the most desired events and provide the necessary funding (via tickets and other user fees). The major event reimbursement program should be eliminated entirely as the state must pursue every available avenue to rein in its out-of-control spending, which, when coupled with the over $185 trillion federal liabilities, represents the greatest existential threat facing this country.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 4505
House 2025
2xHB 4505House 20252x
Growing Cronyism and Government Central Planning by Providing Zero-Interest Loans for Workforce Housing Development.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill establishes the "Workforce Housing Capital Investment Fund Program" to provide zero-interest loans to develop and construct single-family workforce housing projects designed for households with income equal to between 30-80% of the area's median income. This includes costs such as land acquisition, flood mitigation, and infrastructure. The program is administered by a nonprofit housing organization. This bill fuels cronyism by enriching select developers through government central planning. Instead of growing government and central planning, lawmakers should empower the free market to make housing truly "affordable" by reducing stringent zoning regulations.
Chapter 4 – Bring Back the American Dream and Make it Affordable Again for Families, Young People, and Everyone – Section #1 – Housing Affordability: To help new home buyers, Republicans will reduce mortgage rates by slashing Inflation, open limited portions of Federal Lands to allow for new home construction, promote homeownership through Tax Incentives and support for first-time buyers, and cut unnecessary Regulations that raise housing costs.
HB 500 (Gervin-Hawkins Amd. 3)
House 2025
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Furthering Wasteful Spending Outside the Proper Scope of Government by Earmarking $5 Million for a Zoo Exhibit.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Gervin-Hawkins amendment #3 to a supplemental appropriations bill. The amendment earmarks $5 million of a $100 million appropriation to the Parks and Wildlife Department for a grant to the San Antonio Zoo for a "Texas-themed exhibit." It is not the proper role of government to fund tourism zoos and taxpayer funds should not be utilized to advance government-favored industries.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
HB 500 (Lalani Amd. 12)
House 2025
2xHB 500 (Lalani Amd. 12)House 20252x
Socializing the Cost of Higher Education by Providing $2.64 Million for Medical Student Residency Positions.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Lalani amendment #12 to a supplemental appropriations bill adds a $2.64 million appropriation to the Higher Education Coordinating Board for at least 12 medical student residency positions. College and university-level education should be funded through user fees (i.e., tuition) by those who wish to pursue their selected career path. These enormous costs should not be imposed on individuals who pay for their own education or elect to pursue activities other than higher education, such as those who start their own businesses or work in the trades.
Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #5 – Make Colleges and Universities Sane and Affordable: Republicans will fire Radical Left accreditors, drive down Tuition costs, restore Due Process protections, and pursue Civil Rights cases against Schools that discriminate.
HB 500 (Luther Amd. 14)
House 2025
1xHB 500 (Luther Amd. 14)House 20251x
Restoring Law and Order by Redirecting $150 Million from Legislature Facility Upgrades to Fund Border Operations Programs.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
The Luther amendment #14 to a supplemental appropriations bill redirects $150 million from House of Representatives and Senate facility upgrades to the Office of the Governor for border operations. Ensuring public safety and national defense is arguably the most important role of government. Failure to secure our nation's border not only has catastrophic implications on the ability to maintain law and order, but also creates countless other issues ranging from welfare to the education system.
Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #1 – Secure the Border: Republicans will restore every Border Policy of the Trump administration and halt all releases of Illegal Aliens into the interior. We will complete the Border Wall, shift massive portions of Federal Law Enforcement to Immigration Enforcement, and use advanced technology to monitor and secure the Border. Before we defend the Borders of Foreign Countries, we must first secure the Border of our Country.
HB 5115
House 2025
2xHB 5115House 20252x
Strengthening Election Integrity by Increasing Penalties for Election Fraud.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill increases criminal penalties for election fraud under Texas law by elevating the general offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a second-degree felony (punishable by 2–20 years in prison and up to $10,000 fine), and it specifically makes actions like counting invalid votes or refusing to count valid votes an election fraud offense.
Chapter 9 – Government of, By and For the People – Section #6 – Republicans Will Ensure Election Integrity: We will implement measures to secure our Elections, including Voter ID, highly sophisticated paper ballots, proof of Citizenship, and same day Voting. We will not allow the Democrats to give Voting Rights to illegal Aliens.
HB 5138 (House Version)
House 2025
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Strengthening Election Integrity by Requiring the Attorney General to Prosecute Election Crimes if Local Prosecutors Do Not.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill provides the Attorney General the authority to prosecute election crimes. Under the bill, a law enforcement agency that submits a report finding probable cause of an election crime to a local prosecutor is also required to submit the report to the Attorney General. If the local prosecutor has not initiated proceedings within 6 months, the Attorney General is required to do so. The bill also requires law enforcement agencies and local prosecutors to provide the Attorney General with all requested information relating to election crimes investigations.
Chapter 9 – Government of, By and For the People – Section #6 – Republicans Will Ensure Election Integrity: We will implement measures to secure our Elections, including Voter ID, highly sophisticated paper ballots, proof of Citizenship, and same day Voting. We will not allow the Democrats to give Voting Rights to illegal Aliens.
HB 644
House 2025
2xHB 644House 20252x
Protecting the Second Amendment by Shielding Businesses from Frivolous Litigation.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill provides that businesses are not liable for damages that arise from an individual lawfully carrying a concealed handgun, solely because the business permits individuals with a license to do so. This bill reduces frivolous lawsuits for businesses and strengthens our Second Amendment right.
Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #7: Defend our Constitution, our Bill of Rights, and our Fundamental Freedoms, including Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion and the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.
HB 796
House 2025
2xHB 796House 20252x
Combatting Federal Overreach to Ensure Federal Actions Don't Violate State Sovereignty or the U.S. Constitution.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill, the "Texas Sovereignty Act," establishes the "Joint Legislative Committee on Constitutional Enforcement" to review federal actions to determine if the actions are unconstitutional. If both chambers of the legislature vote that the action is unconstitutional, the action is sent to the Governor for approval or disapproval. If the Governor approves the declaration, the federal action has no effect in the state and public funds may not be used to enforce the federal action. This bill provides a crucial safeguard to ensure state powers and individual liberties are not violated through unconstitutional federal actions. It is not the role for any level of government to unduly infringe the rights of individuals, and ensuring protections against federal overreach is vital to protecting individual liberties under the U.S. Constitution.
Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Our Commitment: Republicans will offer a clear, precise, and USA oriented plan to stop the Radical Left Democrats’ Weaponization of Government and its Assault on American Liberty. We will restore Government of, by, and for the People, ensuring Accountability, protecting Individual Liberties, and fixing our once very corrupt Elections. We commit to upholding the Constitution of the United States, appointing judges who respect the rule of law, and defending the Rights of all Americans to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.
HJR 138
House 2025
2xHJR 138House 20252x
Proposing a Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit a Carbon Tax.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit the Texas Legislature from imposing a carbon tax — specifically, any tax on the carbon content of fuels or on carbon dioxide emissions from energy use, manufacturing, or other activities. This safeguards the state's dominant oil and gas industry from progressive, anti-energy policies that could raise costs for consumers, disrupt markets, and deter investment.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Reliable and Abundant Low Cost Energy: Republicans will increase Energy Production across the board, streamline the permitting process, and end market-distorting restrictions on Oil, Natural Gas, and Coal. The Republican Party will once again make America Energy Independent, and then Energy Dominant, lowering Energy prices even below the record lows achieved during President Trump’s first term.
HJR 175
House 2025
1xHJR 175House 20251x
Strengthening Individual Liberties by Protecting the Right of Individuals to Hold and Use Different Currencies.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This resolution proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to establish the right of individuals to mutually agree on the medium of exchange for transactions for goods and services. This includes cash, coin, bullion, digital currency, and privately issued scrip. Additionally, the amendment prohibits the state and local governments from restricting or prohibiting individuals from owning or holding any form or amount of money or currency. This measure is especially important considering the reckless and dangerous monetary actions that have been taken by the Federal Reserve, such as quantitative easing.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #5 – Champion Innovation: Republicans will pave the way for future Economic Greatness by leading the World in Emerging Industries. Crypto – Republicans will end Democrats’ unlawful and unAmerican Crypto crackdown and oppose the creation of a Central Bank Digital Currency. We will defend the right to mine Bitcoin, and ensure every American has the right to self-custody of their Digital Assets, and transact free from Government Surveillance and Control.
HJR 2
House 2025
2xHJR 2House 20252x
Protecting Generational Success by Prohibiting Estate and Inheritance Taxes.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This resolution proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to prohibit the legislature from imposing an estate or inheritance tax, including transfers of estates and trusts, and gifts. The estate tax is double taxation that confiscates a lifetime of hard-earned wealth from families, punishing success, destroying family farms and small businesses, and undermining the fundamental American right to pass on the fruits of one's labor to the next generation without government seizure.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #2 – Make Trump Tax Cuts Permanent and No Tax on Tips: Republicans will make permanent the provisions of the Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that doubled the standard deduction, expanded the Child Tax Credit, and spurred Economic Growth for all Americans. We will eliminate Taxes on Tips for millions of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers, and pursue additional Tax Cuts.
HJR 4
House 2025
1xHJR 4House 20251x
Promoting Economic Growth and Spurring Investment by Prohibiting Taxes on Securities Transactions.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This resolution proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to permanently prohibit the Texas Legislature from enacting: (1) an occupation tax on "registered securities market operators" (broadly defined to include stock exchanges, brokers, dealers, clearing agencies, and other entities regulated by the SEC or CFTC), or (2) any tax on securities transactions (e.g., buying, selling, or facilitating trades) conducted by those operators.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #2 – Make Trump Tax Cuts Permanent and No Tax on Tips: Republicans will make permanent the provisions of the Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that doubled the standard deduction, expanded the Child Tax Credit, and spurred Economic Growth for all Americans. We will eliminate Taxes on Tips for millions of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers, and pursue additional Tax Cuts.
HJR 47
House 2025
1xHJR 47House 20251x
Raiding the State's Rainy-Day Fund to Provide Grants to State Agencies, Local Governments, and Nonprofits.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This resolution proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to establish the "Texas Severance Tax Revenue and Oil and Natural Gas (Texas STRONG) Defense Fund" to provide grants to state agencies, localities, and nonprofit organizations "to benefit areas of the state significantly affected by oil and gas production." The amendment diverts oil and gas production tax revenue from the Economic Stabilization Fund, commonly referred to as the "rainy day" fund, to the new fund.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
SB 10
House 2025
2xSB 10House 20252x
Requiring Every Public School Classroom to Display the Ten Commandments.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill requires all public school classrooms to display a copy of the Ten Commandments.
Chapter 7 – Cultivate Great K-12 Schools Leading to Great Jobs and Great Lives for Young People – Section #8 – Freedom to Pray: Republicans will champion the First Amendment Right to Pray and Read the Bible in school, and stand up to those who violate the Religious Freedoms of American students.
SB 1025
House 2025
1xSB 1025House 20251x
Promoting Transparency by Ensuring Ballot Propositions are Clearly Marked to Indicate Tax Increases.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill requires ballot propositions for voter approval that impose a new tax or increase taxes to include "THIS IS A TAX INCREASE" in capital letters at the top of that proposition.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #2 – Make Trump Tax Cuts Permanent and No Tax on Tips: Republicans will make permanent the provisions of the Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that doubled the standard deduction, expanded the Child Tax Credit, and spurred Economic Growth for all Americans. We will eliminate Taxes on Tips for millions of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers, and pursue additional Tax Cuts.
SB 1038
House 2025
1xSB 1038House 20251x
Empowering the Inspector General to Combat Medicaid Fraud and Abuse.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill contains several provisions generally improving the ability of the Office of Inspector General to combat Medicaid fraud and abuse. For example, the bill expands violations and broadens the showing required for intent. It expands whistleblower incentives and clarifies violation definitions. This bill improves the ability to investigate potential Medicaid fraud, which, combined with Medicare fraud, costs taxpayers across the nation more than $100 billion annually.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
SB 1173
House 2025
3xSB 1173House 20253x
Increasing Taxpayer Costs by Subjecting Less Government Procurement to Competitive Bidding.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill raises the threshold for when localities are required to use a competitive bidding process in procurements, from $50,000 to $100,000. This applies to purchases by entities such as school districts, municipalities, and counties. Raising the threshold increases opportunities for cronyism, favoritism, or wasteful purchases without the checks of open bidding.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
SB 1257
House 2025
2xSB 1257House 20252x
Holding Insurers Accountable by Requiring Insurance Policies that Cover Gender Transition to Also Cover Detransition Care.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill requires most health insurance policies offered in the state that provide coverage for gender transition procedures or treatment to also provide coverage for "all possible adverse consequences," medical testing and screening to monitor mental and physical health, and procedures and treatment to reverse or recover from gender transition procedures or treatment. This also applies to policies that previously covered gender transition procedures or treatment, but no longer do, as well as all enrollees who underwent a gender transition procedure or treatment, even if the person was not enrolled in the insurance policy at the time. This holds insurers accountable by mandating that if they cover severe and ultimately irreversible transitions, they must also cover the full spectrum of care if the patient regrets their decision.
Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Section #5 – Republicans Will End Left-wing Gender Insanity: We will keep men out of women’s sports, ban Taxpayer funding for sex change surgeries, and stop Taxpayer-funded Schools from promoting gender transition, reverse Biden’s radical rewrite of Title IX Education Regulations, and restore protections for women and girls.
SB 14
House 2025
2xSB 14House 20252x
Cutting Red Tape by Establishing the "Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office" to Improve State Agency Efficiency.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill establishes the "Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office" to generally improve state agency efficiency and help identify unnecessary rules. The office is also required to develop a guide for state agencies to reduce rules and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the bill requires proposed rules to be "written in plain language."
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking.
SB 1948
House 2025
1xSB 1948House 20251x
Protecting Farmers from Government Overreach by Prohibiting Fire Sprinkler Requirements in Certain Agricultural Structures.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prohibits government entities from requiring fire protection sprinkler systems in certain agricultural structures, such as nonresidential farm buildings, cotton gins, grain storage facilities, and livestock markets.
Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking.
SB 1 (Bucy Amd. 22)
House 2025
1xSB 1 (Bucy Amd. 22)House 20251x
Expanding Obamacare by Changing Medicaid Eligibility to the Maximum Eligible for Federal Funds.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Bucy amendment #22 to the 2026-2027 "General Appropriations Bill" directs the Health and Human Services Commission to seek a federal waiver to expand Medicaid eligibility to include all individuals eligible for federal funds. This would force Texas into Obamacare’s failed Medicaid expansion model, which has already driven up costs, ballooned enrollment beyond projections, crowded out private coverage, and left states like California and New York drowning in unsustainable deficits and long wait times for care—proving once again that government-run healthcare promises efficiency but delivers dependency, bureaucracy, and broken budgets while punishing taxpayers and discouraging work.
Chapter 4 – Bring Back the American Dream and Make it Affordable Again For Families, Young People, and Everyone – Section #3 – Affordable Healthcare: Healthcare and prescription drug costs are out of control. Republicans will increase Transparency, promote Choice and Competition, and expand access to new Affordable Healthcare and prescription drug options.
SB 1 (Moody Amd. 37)
House 2025
2xSB 1 (Moody Amd. 37)House 20252x
Threatening the Second Amendment by Requiring a Report on Injuries Resulting from Firearms Purchased by Individuals Under 21.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Moody amendment #37 to the 2026-2027 "General Appropriations Bill" directs the Department of Public Safety to produce a report on the number of serious injuries and fatalities caused by firearms that are legally purchased by individuals under 21. The report must include information such as perpetrator and victim demographics, the type of firearm used, and the time between the purchase of the firearm and the injury. This creates a state-compiled dataset that could be weaponized later to justify raising the minimum age for firearm purchases or carry, implementing waiting periods, limiting certain firearm types, or supporting "red flag" laws.
Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #7: Defend our Constitution, our Bill of Rights, and our Fundamental Freedoms, including Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion and the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.
SB 1 (Rodríguez Ramos Amd. 195)
House 2025
3xSB 1 (Rodríguez Ramos Amd. 195)House 20253x
Threatening National Security by Redirecting Over $6.5 Billion from Border Security Programs to Provide Salary Increases for Teachers.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Rodríguez Ramos amendment #195 to the 2026-2027 "General Appropriations Bill" redirects over $6.5 billion in border security funding to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to provide salary increases for teachers.
Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #1 – Secure the Border: Republicans will restore every Border Policy of the Trump administration and halt all releases of Illegal Aliens into the interior. We will complete the Border Wall, shift massive portions of Federal Law Enforcement to Immigration Enforcement, and use advanced technology to monitor and secure the Border. We will use all resources needed to stop the Invasion—including moving thousands of Troops currently stationed overseas to our own Southern Border. We will deploy the U.S. Navy to impose a full Fentanyl Blockade on the waters of our Region—boarding and inspecting ships to look for fentanyl and fentanyl precursors. Before we defend the Borders of Foreign Countries, we must first secure the Border of our Country.
SB 1 (Rodríguez Ramos Amd. 8)
House 2025
1xSB 1 (Rodríguez Ramos Amd. 8)House 20251x
Threatening National Security by Redirecting $5 Million from Border Security Programs to Fund an Unnecessary Economic Tracking Dashboard.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
The Rodríguez Ramos amendment #8 to the 2026-2027 "General Appropriations Bill." The amendment redirects $5 million from border security funding to instead develop a "People's Economic Stability Dashboard" to track "indicators of household economic distress," such as evictions, utility disconnections, and welfare program enrollment.
Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #1 – Secure the Border: Republicans will restore every Border Policy of the Trump administration and halt all releases of Illegal Aliens into the interior. We will complete the Border Wall, shift massive portions of Federal Law Enforcement to Immigration Enforcement, and use advanced technology to monitor and secure the Border. We will use all resources needed to stop the Invasion—including moving thousands of Troops currently stationed overseas to our own Southern Border. We will deploy the U.S. Navy to impose a full Fentanyl Blockade on the waters of our Region—boarding and inspecting ships to look for fentanyl and fentanyl precursors. Before we defend the Borders of Foreign Countries, we must first secure the Border of our Country.
SB 2
House 2025
1xSB 2House 20251x
Improving Educational Outcomes by Establishing an Education Savings Account (ESA) Program to Provide School Choice.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill establishes the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program — a school choice initiative providing education savings accounts (ESAs) to eligible families. It allows parents to receive public funds (initially up to $10,000 per student annually, or $11,500 for students with disabilities) to cover approved education-related expenses, such as private school tuition, homeschooling materials, tutoring, educational therapies, textbooks, and other qualified costs.
Chapter 7 – Cultivate Great K-12 Schools Leading to Great Jobs and Great Lives for Young People – Section #2 – Universal School Choice: Republicans believe families should be empowered to choose the best Education for their children. We support Universal School Choice in every State in America. We will expand 529 Education Savings Accounts and support Homeschooling Families equally.
SB 22
House 2025
2xSB 22House 20252x
Worsening Cronyism by Making it Even Easier for Woke Hollywood Production Companies to Become Enriched through Taxpayer Subsidies.
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill makes it easier for movie production companies to receive a grant under the "Moving Image Industry Incentive Program" by reducing the percentage of production crew, actors, and extras who must be Texas residents from 55% to 35% until September 1, 2027, with the requirement increasing 5% annually to 50%. The bill also expands additional grants, providing an extra 2.5% grant for productions in certain categories, such as a "Texas heritage grant," a "faith-based" grant, and a "Texas historic site grant." For example, when designating a project as a "Texas heritage project," the Music, Film, Television, and Multimedia Office is required to consider "the project's promotion of family values" and "whether the project portrays Texas and Texans in a positive fashion." Additionally, the maximum grant amount for projects is capped based on in-state spending, rather than a maximum set by the office. Finally, the bill requires the comptroller to transfer $300 million to the fund annually. It is not the proper role of government to subsidize the film production costs of private companies - especially considering this measure enriches woke Hollywood production companies that are antagonistic to limited government principles. Lawmakers should eliminate this grant program entirely, much less expand the ability of movie production companies to receive taxpayer funds.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.
SB 2284
House 2025
1xSB 2284House 20251x
Strengthening Individual Liberties by Prohibiting Localities from Regulating Archery Equipment.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prohibits localities from regulating archery equipment. Additionally, the bill restricts the ability of counties to regulate hunting with bows and arrows by limiting applicability of regulations to lots 7 acres or smaller (previously 10 acres or smaller).
Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #7: Defend our Constitution, our Bill of Rights, and our Fundamental Freedoms, including Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion and the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.
SB 33
House 2025
1xSB 33House 20251x
Protecting Taxpayers from Being Forced to Fund Travel and Hotel Expenses for Abortions.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill prohibits the state and local governments from spending or providing taxpayer funds for travel, lodging, and other expenses related to obtaining an abortion, either directly or through a third-party organization. This bill is in response to the City of Austin, which in its FY 2024-2025 budget, provided $400,000 to Austin Public Health for "Reproductive health logistical support." It is not the role of government to guarantee abortion and force payment from taxpayers (many of whom may have strong religious objections). All abortions are tragedies and every child deserves the right to life.
Chapter 9 – Government of, by, and for the People– Section #4 – Republicans Will Protect and Defend a Vote of the People, from within the States, on the Issue of Life: We proudly stand for families and Life. We believe that the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees that no person can be denied Life or Liberty without Due Process, and that the States are, therefore, free to pass Laws protecting those Rights. After 51 years, because of us, that power has been given to the States and to a vote of the People. We will oppose Late Term Abortion, while supporting mothers and policies that advance Prenatal Care, access to Birth Control, and IVF (fertility treatments).
SB 6
House 2025
1xSB 6House 20251x
Deterring Innovation and Hiking Business Costs by Increasing Regulation of Energy Usage by "Large Load Customers".
Against GOP
GOP Platform Position: Oppose
This bill increases regulation of electric utility usage by "large load customers," such as data centers, by requiring the use of on-site electrical generation or a reduction in usage during an "energy emergency alert." Under the bill, the Public Utility Commission of Texas is directed to establish new standards for connection of these customers, such as requiring disclosures related to backup generating facilities and requiring a "study fee" of at least $100,000 "for initial transmission screening studies." Imposing new regulations and cost-sharing mandates on large electricity users like data centers and crypto miners could deter massive investments in Texas' tech/AI sector, raising operational costs that would ultimately be passed to consumers.
Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #3 – Cut Costly and Burdensome Regulations: Republicans will reinstate President Trump’s Deregulation Policies, which
saved Americans $11,000 per household, and end Democrats’ regulatory onslaught that disproportionately harms low and middle-income households.
SB 706
House 2025
1xSB 706House 20251x
Strengthening Second Amendment Rights Through Universal Recognition of Out-of-State Handgun Carry Licenses.
With GOP
GOP Platform Position: Support
This bill recognizes valid handgun-carry licenses issued by other states as being valid in Texas. Previously, reciprocity was determined on a state-by-state basis. James Madison and our nation's other founding fathers understood that the right to keep and bear arms is a crucial individual liberty and protects the citizenry against a tyrannical government.
Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #7: Defend our Constitution, our Bill of Rights, and our Fundamental Freedoms, including Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion and the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rep. Cody Harris's voting record?
Rep. Cody Harris (R-TX-8) is tracked on the National GOP Platform legislative scorecard. Cody Harris represents the 8th District in the Texas House of Representatives. Highest category scores: Chapter 9: Government Of, By, And For The People. (100%), Chapter 3: Build The Greatest Economy In History. (100%), and Chapter 8: Bring Common Sense To Our Government. (100%).
Where does Cody Harris serve?
Rep. Cody Harris (R-TX-8) represents the 8th District in the Texas House of Representatives as a Republican.
What issue categories does Cody Harris score highest on?
Cody Harris's strongest categories on the National GOP Platform scorecard are: Chapter 9: Government Of, By, And For The People. (100%), Chapter 3: Build The Greatest Economy In History. (100%), Chapter 8: Bring Common Sense To Our Government. (100%).
Where can I see Cody Harris's full voting record?
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