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TX HB605
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jolanda Jones
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AI Summary
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Harris County Hospital District would be granted authority to employ and commission peace officers, joining Dallas, Tarrant, Bexar, and El Paso County Hospital Districts which already have this power
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Amends Section 281.057(a) of the Health and Safety Code to add Harris County Hospital District to the list of hospital districts authorized to commission peace officers
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Updates Article 2A.001 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to officially recognize officers commissioned by the Harris County Hospital District board of managers as peace officers
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Takes effect immediately if passed with two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of the Harris County Hospital District to employ and commission peace officers.
Special Districts & Authorities
Last Action
Laid on the table subject to call
5/15/2025