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TX HB1459
Bill
Status
11/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Venton Jones
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 22.02 of the Texas Penal Code (aggravated assault) to specify that transmission of bodily fluid by an HIV-infected individual does not constitute "use of a deadly weapon"
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Amends Section 22.021 of the Texas Penal Code (aggravated sexual assault) with the same provision excluding HIV transmission from the definition of deadly weapon use
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; prior offenses remain governed by existing law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the conduct that constitutes the use of a deadly weapon for purposes of the prosecution of the offense of aggravated assault or aggravated sexual assault.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
3/11/2025