Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 990: Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of murder.

Passed one chamber Last action May 21, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

SB 990 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of murder. Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican), John Smithee (Republican). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Paul Bettencourt (Republican); John Smithee (Republican). 10 co-sponsors.