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TX SB164
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Repeals multiple provisions in the Code of Criminal Procedure, Government Code, Local Government Code, and Penal Code related to determining the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, and detained or incarcerated persons
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Eliminates Article 2A.059 and 2A.060 (Code of Criminal Procedure), which concern immigration-related inquiries for victims and witnesses
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Removes Subchapter C of Chapter 752, Government Code, which contains provisions commonly known as Texas's "sanctuary cities" ban requiring local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement
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Amends bail surety provisions (Article 17.16) to remove a subsection related to immigration detention as a basis for surety relief
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Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise becomes effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.
County Government
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs
2/3/2025