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TX SB2143
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Charles Perry
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AI Summary
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Counties may commission fire marshals, fire officers, fire inspectors, and fire investigators as peace officers
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Commissioned fire protection officers are authorized to administer fire protection regulations, support fire-related operations and investigations, enforce building-related codes including hazardous materials codes, and make building safety recommendations
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Counties may only establish a law enforcement agency if authorized by the state constitution or other law
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Effective date: September 1, 2025
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Passed Senate 31-0 on April 16, 2025; passed House with amendment 105-39 on May 20, 2025; Senate concurred in House amendment 30-1 on May 22, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a county to commission certain individuals as peace officers and establish certain law enforcement agencies.
County Government
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025