Texas House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee Hearing — 7/30/2026

Type: Texas House committee hearing Committee: Texas House of Representatives — Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Date: 7/30/2026 Time: 10:00 AM CT Location: E2.016 Official hearing notice:

From the official notice: COMMITTEE: Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs TIME & DATE: 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 30, 2026 PLACE: E2.016 CHAIR: Rep. Cole Hefner The committee will meet to hear invited testimony only regarding: Countering Foreign Financial Influence and Illicit Networks: Study national security and public safety risks associated with foreign-controlled or foreign-influenced financial service entities operating in Texas, including money transmitters. Evaluate whether existing state oversight mechanisms sufficiently detect and mitigate risks related to foreign adversaries, transnational criminal organizations, and illicit financial activity that may threaten Texas residents or critical financial infrastructure. Foreign Adversary Influence and Transparency Enforcement: Study foreign adversary and terrorist-linked influence operations affecting Texas, including political activity, advocacy, and funding networks directed by foreign governments or organizations. Examine gaps in federal registration and disclosure requirements and consider whether Texas should establish state-level requirements to identify, expose, and deter individuals or organizations ope Source: Texas Legislature Online (capitol.texas.gov)