Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR280

Caption

Recognizing the Office of Constable on the occasion of its bicentennial.

Impact

The resolution serves to reinforce the significance of the Office of Constable within the state's governance and law enforcement framework. It underscores the responsibilities held by the approximately 780 elected constables across Texas, including managing public service duties such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community safety. By commemorating a milestone in the history of this office, the resolution aims to foster appreciation for these officials and their contributions to maintaining law and order in Texas.

Summary

Senate Resolution 280 recognizes the bicentennial of the establishment of the Office of Constable in Texas, celebrated on March 7, 2023. This resolution acknowledges the historical importance of constables, who were first established in Texas in 1823. The resolution highlights the role of constables as elected law enforcement officials who serve their precincts and work closely with Justices of the Peace and Texas State Troopers. As officers of the Justice of the Peace Court, constables are tasked with enforcing laws and executing court orders, contributing significantly to public safety and the state's judicial system.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment regarding SR280 is positive, reflecting a collective appreciation for the Office of Constable and its vital role in Texas. The resolution's language emphasizes honor and commendation for constables, portraying them as 'the Peoples' Police.' The recognition is intended to celebrate their ongoing contributions to the state's safety, justice system stability, and community well-being.

Contention

While the resolution is generally well-received, it is limited in terms of contention, primarily serving as a ceremonial recognition rather than a legislative reform or action. However, it may provoke discussions around the relevance and future of constable offices in Texas amidst evolving law enforcement practices. Some observers may question the qualifications or effectiveness of future constables in the context of modern policing needs, although such discussions are not explicitly highlighted within the resolution.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR169

Commemorating the bicentennial of the establishment of the office of constable in Texas.

TX SR141

Recognizing February 25, 2009, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day.

TX SR331

Recognizing February 22, 2011, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.

TX SR156

Recognizing the Texas Rangers on the occasion of its bicentennial.

TX SR131

Recognizing February 7, 2023, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day.

TX SR133

Recognizing February 12, 2019, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day.

TX HR443

Recognizing February 25, 2009, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR523

Recognizing February 26, 2013, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR517

Recognizing February 17, 2015, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR515

Recognizing February 22, 2011, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.

Similar Bills

PA HB1579

In constables, further providing for townships, providing for bond, further providing for police officers, providing for bail bond enforcement agent, for professional bondsman, for debt collection, for other incompatible employment, for disqualification and for nepotism, further providing for conduct and insurance, for program established, for program contents, for restricted account and for general imposition of duties and grant of powers, providing for constabulary badge and uniform, repealing provisions relating to arrest of offenders against forest laws, further providing for executions, for arrest in boroughs, for fees and for specific fees, repealing provisions relating to impounding, selling and viewing fees, further providing for seizure fees, for election notice in certain areas, for incompetence and for compensation violation, repealing provisions relating to failure to serve in a township and providing for oversight; authorizing county constabulary review boards; imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency; and imposing penalties.

LA HB1289

Provides for the appointment of a deputy constable

LA SB232

Provides relative to deputy constables. (8/1/14)

AZ SB1231

Training; newly elected constables

NV SB381

Revises provisions relating to governmental administration. (BDR 20-1076)

AZ SB1239

Deputy constable appointments; website notification

AZ SB1335

Deputy constable appointments; website notification

LA HB239

Authorizes each elected constable of a justice of the peace court in Tangipahoa Parish to appoint a deputy constable (EG SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)