SB 2679 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the funding of, contracting with, and employment for law enforcement agencies in certain counties.

SB 2679 allows sheriffs and constables in Texas counties with populations over 1.2 million to directly contract with local governments (like cities or school districts), property owners' associations, or landowners to provide law enforcement services in specific areas. It specifically removes the commissioners court's authority to block or restrict these contracts, letting law enforcement officials set contract terms without approval. The bill directly affects large-county sheriffs, constables, local governments, and private property associations that may enter these agreements. It applies only to counties exceeding 1.2 million residents, as defined in the bill text.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 13, 2025 Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Apr 3, 2025
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Paul Bettencourt
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