Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

SJR 5: Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony.

Passed both chambers Last action June 2, 2025: Filed with the Secretary of State

Plain-language summary

SJR 5 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas Senate on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony. Primary sponsor: Joan Huffman (Republican), John Smithee (Republican), Mano DeAyala (Republican), A.J. Louderback (Republican), Cook, Joe Moody (Democratic). It lists 83 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 2, 2025): Filed with the Secretary of State.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Joan Huffman (Republican); John Smithee (Republican); Mano DeAyala (Republican); A.J. Louderback (Republican); and 2 more. 83 co-sponsors.