Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Texas House Bill HB40

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

Caption

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

Impact

The potential impact of HB40 on state law includes the formalization of procedures through which law enforcement services are contracted in specific regions. This could lead to an increase in the effectiveness of law enforcement by capitalizing on local authorities' capabilities to negotiate contracts that best fit their communities’ needs. The bill may streamline the process for counties, enhancing their autonomy and fiscal management when it comes to providing safety services.

Summary

House Bill 40 aims to outline and expand the authority of sheriffs and constables in the state regarding their ability to enter into contracts for law enforcement services. This bill specifically addresses the jurisdiction of sheriffs and constables in certain counties, aligning their operational capabilities with the financial authority of local governments. By allowing these law enforcement officials to negotiate and establish contracts for various law enforcement services, HB40 seeks to enhance collaboration between counties and local law enforcement agencies, thereby improving service delivery to communities.

Contention

While supporters of HB40 emphasize its potential to empower local law enforcement and improve community safety, critics might be concerned about the implications this could have on accountability and oversight. There may be fears that unregulated contracts could lead to inequalities in law enforcement services among various counties, depending on their individual financial capability to engage and employ such services. Thus, discussions around the bill have highlighted the need for clear guidelines to ensure fairness and transparency in contract execution.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Local Government Code

  • Chapter 85. Sheriff
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 86. Constable
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 130. Miscellaneous Financial Provisions Affecting Counties
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB336

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB5470

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX SB2951

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB59

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX SB690

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB1246

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables.

TX HB1862

Relating to the funding of, contracting with, and employment for law enforcement agencies in certain counties.

TX SB2679

Relating to the funding of, contracting with, and employment for law enforcement agencies in certain counties.

TX HB1517

Relating to enforcement of municipal ordinances by certain sheriffs and constables.

TX SB22

Relating to the establishment of grant programs to provide financial assistance to qualified sheriff's offices, constable's offices, and prosecutor's offices in rural counties.

Similar Bills

TX HB336

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB5470

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX SB2951

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB59

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

TX HB1246

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables.

TX SB690

Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

CA AB462

Asset management: emerging managers.

TX HB1862

Relating to the funding of, contracting with, and employment for law enforcement agencies in certain counties.