Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 1272: Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of attempted capital murder of a peace officer; increasing a criminal penalty; changing eligibility for parole and mandatory supervision.

In committee Last action February 28, 2025: Referred to Criminal Justice

Plain-language summary

SB 1272 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of attempted capital murder of a peace officer; increasing a criminal penalty; changing eligibility for parole and mandatory supervision. Primary sponsor: Charles Schwertner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 28, 2025): Referred to Criminal Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Charles Schwertner (Republican).