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TX HB3912
TX HB3912Relating to the exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
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Introduced
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
In Committee
03/27/2025
03/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Government Code to add two new categories of people who can be exempted from jury service: permanent, paid firefighters (including fire chiefs) employed by municipalities, counties, or special districts, and permanent, paid police officers (including police chiefs) employed by municipalities or counties. The bill expands the existing list of individuals who can be excused from jury duty, which already includes people over 75, students, legislative employees, active military personnel, and those who have recently served on a jury. The new exemptions apply to firefighters and police officers who are permanently employed in specific public safety roles, recognizing the critical nature of their work and the potential difficulty of being away from their professional responsibilities. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to individuals summoned for jury service on or after that date. The legislation aims to provide these essential public safety workers with more flexibility in managing their professional responsibilities while maintaining the integrity of the jury service system.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence (on 03/27/2025)
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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=HB3912 |
BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB03912I.htm |
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