Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3771

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a study on the effectiveness of Operation Strong Safety.

Impact

If enacted, HB3771 would give the Homeland Security Council a critical role in analyzing ongoing law enforcement strategies related to border security. The findings are expected to inform future actions and allocate resources effectively, potentially leading to legislative adjustments or new operational strategies concerning border safety. Additionally, the report, scheduled to be presented by November 30, 2016, might guide policymakers in evaluating the successes of state-funded initiatives against drug cartels.

Summary

House Bill 3771 mandates a comprehensive study evaluating the effectiveness of 'Operation Strong Safety,' which focuses on addressing drug cartel crime along the Texas-Mexico border. This bill requires the Homeland Security Council to assess how state financial resources have been utilized to combat related threats during and after the operation. The study aims to compare illegal drug and firearm transportation rates before and during the operation, providing insight into whether the initiative has had a measurable impact on these crimes.

Contention

The bill poses an important opportunity for collaboration between state agencies, local law enforcement, and federal partners such as the United States Border Patrol. However, concerns may arise regarding the thoroughness and independence of the study. Questions could be raised about whether the Homeland Security Council will adequately represent local needs and conditions, particularly given the sensitive nature of drug cartel violence. Stakeholders might express concerns about operational transparency and effectiveness in addressing the dynamics of drug and firearm trafficking.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB127

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Homeland Security Division, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB13

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing the Texas Homeland Security Division and the Border Security Advisory Council, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB7

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Border Force, and to compensate persons affected by those threats; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB61

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Border Force, and to compensate persons affected by those threats; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB44

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the southern border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX HB20

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX SB2377

Relating to homeland security, including the creation of the Texas Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety, the operations of the Homeland Security Council, the creation of a homeland security fusion center, and the duties of state agencies and local governments in preparing for, reporting, and responding to cybersecurity breaches; providing administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB200

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

TX HB80

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

TX HB87

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

Similar Bills

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