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TX HB2695
Bill
Status
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Rafael Anchia
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AI Summary
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Creates enhanced criminal penalties when a defendant uses a social media platform to facilitate the delivery of controlled substances
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Increases punishment to the next higher offense category when social media is used in furtherance of drug delivery offenses under multiple Health and Safety Code sections (481.112, 481.1121, 481.1123, 481.113, 481.114, 481.119, 481.120, or 481.122)
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For first-degree felony drug delivery offenses involving social media, adds 5 years to the punishment and doubles the maximum fine
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025; prior offenses remain governed by existing law
Legislative Description
Relating to the use of a social media platform in furtherance of an offense involving the delivery of a controlled substance; increasing criminal penalties.
Crimes
Last Action
Laid on the table subject to call
5/14/2025