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TX HB336
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Mike Schofield
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AI Summary
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Applies only to counties with a population of 3.3 million or more (currently only Harris County meets this threshold)
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Authorizes sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts with residents, local governments, businesses, property owners' associations, and subdivision landowners to provide law enforcement services in their jurisdiction
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Prohibits commissioners courts from restricting or prohibiting sheriffs and constables from entering into these contracts, allowing the officers to set contract terms without county approval
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Requires contract revenue to be credited directly to the sheriff's or constable's office rather than the county general fund, and prohibits the county from reducing the office's appropriation based on this additional revenue
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Prohibits counties from transferring appropriated funds away from sheriff or constable offices or restricting how those offices spend their appropriated money for lawful purposes
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.
Property Interests
Last Action
Placed on General State Calendar
5/13/2025