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TX SB2307

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tan Parker

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new criminal offense for operating premises where people can use controlled substances illegally, targeting anyone who owns, rents, leases, manages, or otherwise controls such property

  • Applies to those who knowingly operate premises for illegal drug use, profit from such premises, or make premises available for illegal drug consumption regardless of whether compensation is received

  • Classifies the offense as a second degree felony, which in Texas carries a punishment of 2-20 years imprisonment and up to a $10,000 fine

  • Exempts facilities where controlled substances are consumed under valid prescriptions, including medication-assisted treatment facilities for opioid or substance use disorders

  • Allows prosecutors to charge offenders under this new law, other applicable laws, or both when conduct violates multiple statutes; effective September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to creating the criminal offense of operating a premises for unlawful controlled substance consumption.

Crimes

Last Action

Referred to Criminal Justice

3/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice3/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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