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TX SB997
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Nichols
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AI Summary
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Creates a new district attorney office for the 273rd Judicial District, to be elected by voters of Sabine County
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Removes Sabine County from the 1st Judicial District attorney's jurisdiction, leaving only San Augustine County under that office
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Adds the 273rd Judicial District to the list of state prosecutors subject to Chapter 46 of the Government Code
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The new 273rd Judicial District attorney position will appear on primary and general election ballots in 2028
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Takes effect January 1, 2029
Legislative Description
Relating to the duties of the district attorney for the 1st Judicial District and the creation of the office of district attorney for the 273rd Judicial District.
Courts
Last Action
Referred to Jurisprudence
2/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Jurisprudence2/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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