Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 1720: Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of trespass in a facility housing an animal and to restitution for property damage resulting from that trespass.

In committee Last action May 14, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

HB 1720 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on January 2, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of trespass in a facility housing an animal and to restitution for property damage resulting from that trespass. Primary sponsor: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (Democratic).