Make state operating appropriations for FY 2026-27

Sponsors

In the legislative process, a bill sponsor is the primary congressmen who introduces a piece of legislation for consideration. Think of the sponsor as the "author" or chief advocate for a bill.

While a bill usually has one primary sponsor (or a few lead sponsors), other lawmakers can sign on as co-sponsors. A co-sponsor is a congressmen who adds their name to the bill to publicly show their support and increase the bill's chances of passing, even if they are not managing the day-to-day legislative strategy.

The key responsibilities of a sponsor include:

• Introduction: They are the official person who formally submits the bill to be read and debated by the legislative body.
• Advocacy: They act as the primary champion for the legislation, explaining its purpose and arguing why it is necessary.
• Gathering Support: They work to persuade other lawmakers to vote for the bill and often seek out expert testimony or public support to build momentum.
• Navigating the Process: They help shepherd the bill through various committees, negotiate amendments or changes, and guide it toward a final vote.

Primary Sponsors

Brian Stewart

District	12
Party	Republican
Chamber	House of Representatives

Co-Sponsors

Related Committees

Finance

Conference Committee on H.B. 96

Status Changes

House	Senate	Governor
Introduced Feb 11 2025 Referred to committee Feb 12 2025 Reported - Substitute Apr 08 2025 Vote Result Favorable Passage Passed Apr 09 2025 Vote Result Passed Refused to concur in Senate amendments Jun 11 2025 Conference managers: Reps. - Stewart, Dovilla, Sweeney Jun 12 2025 Conference report agreed to Jun 25 2025 line item veto receipt Jul 01 2025 Item passed notwithstanding objections of the Governor Jul 21 2025	Introduced Apr 17 2025 Referred to committee Apr 30 2025 Reported - Substitute Jun 10 2025 Vote Result Favorable Passage Passed Jun 11 2025 Vote Result Passed Conference managers: Sens. - Cirino, Chavez, Hicks-Hudson Jun 12 2025 Insist on amendments; asks for committee of conference Jun 12 2025 Conference report agreed to Jun 25 2025 Item passed notwithstanding objections of the Governor Oct 01 2025	Sent To The Governor Jun 27 2025 Effective Operating appropriations effective June 30, 2025. Other provisions generally effective September 30, 2025. Some provisions subject to special effective dates. Jun 30 2025 Signed By The Governor Jun 30 2025

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