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TX HB4220

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Chris Turner

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a 15-member committee under the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to review curriculum and course materials for peace officer training programs on de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques

  • Committee composition includes 3 law enforcement officers (2 from municipalities over 250,000 population), 3 academic experts in de-escalation/crisis intervention, 3 mental health advocacy representatives, and 6 members with relevant qualifications

  • Committee must conduct reviews every six years to update curriculum based on current best practices and publish findings on the commission's public website

  • Initial review and report must be completed by March 1, 2026

  • Takes effect immediately upon two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the creation of a committee to review education and training programs on de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques for peace officers.

State Agencies, Boards & Commissions

Last Action

Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

3/31/2025

Committee Referrals

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs3/31/2025

Full Bill Text

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