Texas · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) · Bill

HB 40: Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

In committee Last action August 21, 2025: Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 40 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties. Primary sponsor: Mike Schofield (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 21, 2025): Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Schofield (Republican).