Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 5470: 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 April 7, 2025: Referred to s/c on County & Regional Government by Speaker

Plain-language summary

HB 5470 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 14, 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 (April 7, 2025): Referred to s/c on County & Regional Government by Speaker.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Schofield (Republican).