HB 2501 prohibits political subdivisions in Texas from using public funds to provide legal services in removal (deportation) proceedings for individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States. The bill amends the Local Government Code to bar local governments from directly funding legal representation for undocumented individuals in federal immigration removal proceedings. It also prevents local governments from granting public money to third parties—such as nonprofits or legal aid organizations—if those funds would be used to directly or indirectly provide legal services for deportation defense. However, the prohibition does not apply in cases where providing legal services is required by the U.S. Constitution.