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Introduced
11/14/2022
11/14/2022
In Committee
02/15/2023
02/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to municipal civilian complaint review boards in certain municipalities.
AI Summary
This bill establishes municipal civilian complaint review boards in Texas municipalities with a population of 200,000 or more. The boards will investigate complaints alleging police misconduct, such as excessive use of force, improper use of power, threats of force, unlawful acts, and other abuses of authority. The boards will have the power to subpoena witnesses and evidence, and can make determinations on complaints and recommend disciplinary action to the officer's employer. The initial board members will be appointed by October 1, 2023, and the law will apply to misconduct occurring on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs (on 02/15/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=SB184 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/SB00184I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/pdf/SB00184I.pdf |
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