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TX SB739
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lois Kolkhorst
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "authorized peace officer" in Article 18B.001 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to include investigators commissioned by the Commissioner of Insurance under Section 701.104, Insurance Code
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Grants Texas Department of Insurance investigators authority to request installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications for law enforcement purposes
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Reenacts and reconciles conflicting amendments from the 88th Legislature (H.B. 4906 and S.B. 1727) to harmonize the statutory definition
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Passed the Senate 30-1 on May 1, 2025 and passed the House 96-50 on May 21, 2025
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the definition of authorized peace officer for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.
County Government
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025