Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 1561: Relating to the licensing of legal permanent residents as county jailers by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the hiring of those legal permanent residents by political subdivisions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1561 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on December 10, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the licensing of legal permanent residents as county jailers by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the hiring of those legal permanent residents by political subdivisions. Primary sponsor: Ana Hernandez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2025): Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ana Hernandez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 143 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
- Read first time
- Filed