Texas Senate Bill SB1370

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Caption

Relating to a court reporter for the county court at law in Kleberg County.

Impact

The implications of SB1370, if passed, would significantly influence the operations and efficiency of the county court in Kleberg County. By allowing the judge more flexibility in securing court reporting services, the bill aims to address potential shortages or inefficiencies that the court may currently face. This change may enhance the quality of court proceedings by ensuring that there is always a court reporter available to document the legal record accurately.

Summary

SB1370 pertains to the appointment or contracting of court reporter services specifically for the county court at law in Kleberg County. The bill seeks to amend Section 25.1392 of the Government Code to grant the judge of the county court the option to appoint an official court reporter or to enter into a contract for their services, abiding by the guidelines set forth by the commissioners court. This legislative change is aimed at ensuring adequate legal representation and documentation within the court system in Kleberg County.

Contention

While no major points of contention have been documented in the provided records, potential areas for debate could arise regarding the adequacy of resources allocated for contracting these services and the autonomy granted to the judges. Stakeholders might discuss the balance between appointing official reporters versus outsourcing and the implications this holds for the local employment of court reporters. Furthermore, the bill's provision for immediate effect contingent upon a two-thirds vote may prompt discussions regarding legislative urgency and support.