Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 1421: Relating to less-lethal force weapons, including a defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving the use of a less lethal force weapon by a peace officer, and policies for law enforcement agencies concerning use of less-lethal force weapons.

In committee Last action March 6, 2025: Referred to Criminal Justice

Plain-language summary

SB 1421 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to less-lethal force weapons, including a defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving the use of a less lethal force weapon by a peace officer, and policies for law enforcement agencies concerning use of less-lethal force weapons. Primary sponsor: Royce West (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2025): Referred to Criminal Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Royce West (Democratic).