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TX SB1833
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tan Parker
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AI Summary
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Increases criminal penalties for controlled substance delivery offenses when the defendant used a social media platform to further the crime, elevating punishment to the next higher offense category
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For first-degree felonies involving social media use, adds 5 years to the sentence and doubles the maximum fine
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Applies to offenses under multiple Health and Safety Code sections covering delivery of various controlled substances (Sections 481.112, 481.1121, 481.1123, 481.113, 481.114, 481.119, 481.120, and 481.122)
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Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to offenses committed on or after that date
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Passed the Senate 29-2 and the House 129-5 following a conference committee process
Legislative Description
Relating to the use of a social media platform in furtherance of an offense involving the delivery of a controlled substance; increasing criminal penalties.
Crimes
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025