Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 3816: Relating to prosecution of the criminal offense of cruelty to livestock animals.
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
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Plain-language summary
HB 3816 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to prosecution of the criminal offense of cruelty to livestock animals. Primary sponsor: Will Metcalf (Republican), Judith Zaffirini (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2025): Left pending in committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Metcalf | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 16 |
| Judith Zaffirini | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left pending in committee
- Considered in public hearing
- Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
- Referred to Criminal Justice
- Read first time
- Received from the House
- Reported engrossed
- Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
- Record vote
- Passed
- Read 3rd time
- Record vote
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