Rep. Cole Hefner has been actively sharing updates about legislative activities in Texas through his social media posts. His recent tweets highlight significant developments regarding the protection of Texas land and institutions from foreign adversaries.
On June 2, 2025, Rep. Hefner announced that “Senate Bill 17—the strongest legislation in the nation protecting Texas land from foreign adversaries—is officially headed to the Governor’s desk.” He emphasized that this bill represents a significant advancement in securing the state’s property, natural resources, and critical assets.
The following day, on June 3, 2025, he shared that “The Texas Legislature has officially adjourned Sine Die!” Expressing enthusiasm about returning home to House District 5, Rep. Hefner also reflected on the conservative victories achieved over the last 140 days, particularly in terms of safeguarding Texas land and data from potential threats.
Continuing his updates on June 4, 2025, Rep. Hefner highlighted the importance of legislative measures taken to protect Texas against foreign threats. He noted that “Texas led the nation in passing a package of bills to protect our state from foreign adversaries,” mentioning HB 127 by Rep. Terry Wilson and Sen. Bryan Hughes as an example of such efforts. This bill was joint-authored by him to ensure the security of universities and other educational institutions.
Additional information for Step 3: Senate Bill 17 is designed to prevent foreign entities from purchasing agricultural land in Texas.
