Bill Summary

by Fabricio, Blanco Co Sponsors: Alvarez, J., Holcomb, Plasencia CS Sponsors: Government Operations Subcommittee

Complaints Against Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers: Requires copy of complaint, signed by complainant under oath, to be provided to law enforcement officers & correctional officers who are under investigation before any interrogation begins; provides exception if complaint is accompanied by corroborating evidence; prohibits certain personnel actions from being taken against law enforcement officer or correctional officer unless such officer receives copy of complaint signed by complainant under oath unless certain exception applies; requires certain investigative files to be included in officer's personnel file; prohibits investigation that does not result in imposition of disciplinary action from affecting officer's ability to receive promotion, raise, or any other commendation; requires complaint against law enforcement officer or correctional officer to be in writing & signed under oath by person filing complaint unless certain exception applies; provides penalties for making false complaint. Effective Date: July 1, 2026

   H Criminal Justice Subcommittee
   H Government Operations Subcommittee
   H Judiciary Committee