The FBI has no authority to go after Texas House Democrats for walking out to deny quorum. This is a state legislative matter, not a federal crime.Texas legislators are elected under Texas law. The state’s own constitution — like the U.S. Constitution — gives lawmakers immunity from arrest (except for serious crimes) while in session. That protection exists to stop the executive branch from harassing lawmakers over political actions.

Last month, two state senators were stopped for speeding. One reportedly claimed legislative immunity.

HCR 2053 cleared the House Judiciary Committee on a 6-3 vote. The measure bans lawmakers from using legislative immunity to dodge speeding tickets

Arizona lawmakers are pushing to end "legislative immunity" after three state lawmakers recently got out of traffic stops with the clause in the state's constitution.

Arizona legislators are avoiding speeding tickets due to constitutional immunity, sparking debate on accountability and if the rule should remain in place.

An Arizona state lawmaker has introduced a resolution that would change the state constitution to eliminate legislative immunity for all traffic violations.

Montana legislators approve bill granting staff evidentiary privilege and immunity protections.

Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-N.J.) has asked a federal court to dismiss felony charges against her, invoking former President Donald Trump’s pardons of… The post LaMonica McIver Seeks Dismissal of Federal Charges, Citing Trump Pardons and Legislative Immunity appeared first on Shine My Crown.