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TX SB1563
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Requires the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to develop a training program for county jailers on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system, in consultation with the Texas Veterans Commission
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Adds the veteran interaction training as a mandatory component of the preparatory training program required for county jailer appointments, alongside the existing minimum 8 hours of mental health training
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Applies to all county jailers regardless of when their license was issued, including those already licensed before the law takes effect
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Currently licensed county jailers must complete the veteran interaction training by August 31, 2027
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Takes effect September 1, 2025; passed the Senate 31-0 on April 2, 2025, and the House 96-44 on May 28, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025