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TX HB1713
Bill
Status
12/30/2024
Primary Sponsor
Mihaela Plesa
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 28.03(b) of the Texas Penal Code to add electric vehicle supply equipment (EV charging stations) to the list of protected infrastructure under criminal mischief statutes
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Creates a third-degree felony penalty for anyone who causes impairment or disruption to electric vehicle supply equipment, regardless of the actual dollar amount of damage caused
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Third-degree felonies in Texas carry penalties of 2-10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; offenses before that date remain governed by prior law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of criminal mischief involving impairment of electric vehicle supply equipment.
Crimes
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/6/2025