Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 1509: Relating to the offense of failure to stop or report aggravated sexual assault of a child; increasing a criminal penalty.

In committee Last action April 24, 2025: Left pending in subcommittee

Plain-language summary

HB 1509 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on December 4, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the offense of failure to stop or report aggravated sexual assault of a child; increasing a criminal penalty. Primary sponsor: Hillary Hickland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 24, 2025): Left pending in subcommittee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Hillary Hickland (Republican).