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TX HB1597
Bill
Status
12/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Mihaela Plesa
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AI Summary
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Requires the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to develop a training program for county jailers on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system, in consultation with the Texas Veterans Commission
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Adds the veterans interaction training as a mandatory component of the preparatory training program required for county jailer appointments, alongside the existing 8-hour mental health training requirement
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Applies to all licensed county jailers regardless of when their license was issued
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Currently licensed county jailers must complete the new veterans training program by August 31, 2027
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
No action taken in subcommittee
5/5/2025