Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 987: Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions.

Passed one chamber Last action May 23, 2025: Reported favorably as substituted

Plain-language summary

SB 987 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions. Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Mano DeAyala (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 23, 2025): Reported favorably as substituted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Paul Bettencourt (Republican); Mano DeAyala (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.