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TX SB362
TX SB362Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of a substance listed in Penalty Group 1-B.
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Introduced
11/13/2024
11/13/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of a substance listed in Penalty Group 1-B.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Section 481.125 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by adding a new subsection that provides an exemption for individuals who use, possess, deliver, or manufacture testing equipment designed to identify substances listed in Penalty Group 1-B. Penalty Group 1-B typically refers to a specific category of controlled substances under Texas law. The bill creates a legal protection that would allow people to possess or use such testing equipment without facing criminal penalties under the existing drug-related statutes. The changes will apply only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, which is the bill's stated effective date. This means that for any potential violations that occurred before this date, the previous legal standards will continue to apply. The legislation appears to be aimed at providing legal clarity and potentially reducing criminal liability for those involved with testing equipment for substances in this specific penalty group.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Justice (on 02/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB362 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB00362I.htm |
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