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TX SJR1
Joint Resolution
Status
2/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joan Huffman
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I of the Texas Constitution, adding Section 11e, known as "Jocelyn's Law"
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Defines "illegal alien" as a person who entered the U.S. without inspection or at an unauthorized location, or who was admitted as a nonimmigrant but failed to maintain legal status before committing an offense
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Requires mandatory denial of bail for any person meeting the "illegal alien" definition who is charged with a felony offense
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Bail denial requires a judge or magistrate to hold a hearing and determine probable cause exists to believe the person committed the alleged conduct
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Scheduled for voter approval at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances for illegal aliens charged with certain offenses punishable as a felony.
Crimes
Last Action
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
5/28/2025