Bill > HB1833

This bill amends the Texas Education Code to expand the categories of security officers who can serve in public schools by adding honorably retired peace officers to the list of authorized security personnel. Specifically, the bill modifies existing law to include "an honorably retired peace officer, as that term is defined by Section 614.121, Government Code" as a type of security officer who can be assigned to a school, alongside current authorized categories such as school district peace officers, school resource officers, and commissioned peace officers employed as security personnel. The term "honorably retired peace officer" refers to a law enforcement professional who has left their service in good standing and meets specific legal criteria. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, providing schools with an additional option for securing their campuses by potentially employing experienced, retired law enforcement professionals as armed security officers.

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