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TX HB2217
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Trey Wharton
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AI Summary
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Establishes a grant program administered by the Criminal Justice Division to provide financial assistance to law enforcement agencies for purchasing and installing bullet-resistant components on peace officer vehicles
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Eligible components include bullet-resistant windshields, side windows, rear windows, and door panels for motor vehicles used by officers in their official duties
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Requires the Criminal Justice Division to establish eligibility criteria, application procedures, grant amount guidelines, evaluation procedures, and monitoring/compliance procedures
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Law enforcement agencies receiving grants must provide proof of purchase and installation of the bullet-resistant components as soon as practicable after spending the funds
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Takes effect September 1, 2025; passed the House 137-6 on April 29, 2025, and the Senate 31-0 on May 28, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to establishing a grant program to equip motor vehicles used by peace officers with certain bullet-resistant components.
State Finances
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025