HB1173Introduced in the House
Designated public forums.
Introduced by Timothy Wesco, District 21
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Designated public forums. Defines a "designated public forum". Provides that the state or a political subdivision may impose time, place, and manner restrictions on speech in a designated public forum, provided that such restrictions are: (1) justified by a compelling interest of the state or political subdivision; (2) narrowly tailored; (3) administered using the least restrictive means available; and (4) viewpoint neutral. Provides that the state or a political subdivision may not exclude speech: (1) made by a religious or political group, if the speech is consistent with the designated public forum's purpose; or (2) solely because it expresses a religious or political viewpoint.
Where it stands
First reading: referred to Committee on Local Government
January 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Authored by Representative Wesco
First reading: referred to Committee on Local Government
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