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TX SB2938
Bill
Status
5/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Requires county sheriffs to verify the veteran status of each prisoner during the intake process using the Veterans Reentry Search Service (VRSS) operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Mandates sheriffs provide verified veteran prisoners with a prepaid postcard from the Texas Veterans Commission to request assistance in applying for veterans benefits
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Requires sheriffs to submit weekly reports identifying verified veteran prisoners to the Texas Veterans Commission, the county veterans service officer, and courts where charges are pending
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Allows verified veteran prisoners to have free in-person or video visitation with the county veterans service officer or a peer service coordinator
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Requires the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to assist incarcerated veterans in applying for federal VA benefits, including mailing related paperwork at no charge to the inmate, and to include veteran status documentation when transferring defendants to state custody
Legislative Description
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.
Military & Veterans
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
5/30/2025