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TX HB4250
TX HB4250Relating to the investigation and punishment of certain sexual assaults, to protective orders issued on the basis of certain sexual assaults, to crime victims' compensation, and to the establishment of a state sexual assault prevention and response program for the Texas Military Department.
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Introduced
03/12/2021
03/12/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021
05/31/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the investigation and punishment of certain sexual assaults, to protective orders issued on the basis of certain sexual assaults, to crime victims' compensation, and to the establishment of a state sexual assault prevention and response program for the Texas Military Department.
AI Summary
This bill amends Texas law to establish a state sexual assault prevention and response program within the Texas Military Department, including the creation of a state sexual assault response coordinator. The bill allows victims of sexual assault or sexual harassment to file reports or confidential complaints with the coordinator, who can then refer cases to the Texas Rangers for investigation and apply for protective orders on behalf of victims. The bill also requires the department to submit annual reports on its sexual assault prevention and response efforts to the state legislature.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (6)
Sheryl Cole (D)*,
Ryan Guillen (R)*,
Ina Minjarez (D)*,
Christina Morales (D)*,
Rafael Anchía (D),
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D),
Last Action
Left pending in committee (on 04/07/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=87R&Bill=HB4250 |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/fiscalnotes/html/HB04250I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/HB04250I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/pdf/HB04250I.pdf |
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