Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 5139: Relating to a legal justification for the use of force with a less-lethal force weapon by a correctional facility guard or a peace officer.

In committee Last action May 5, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

HB 5139 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a legal justification for the use of force with a less-lethal force weapon by a correctional facility guard or a peace officer. Primary sponsor: Ryan Guillen (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ryan Guillen (Republican).