Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 1278: Relating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution.
Vetoed Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
- Vetoed
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Plain-language summary
SB 1278 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution. Primary sponsor: Tan Parker (Republican), Senfronia Thompson (Democratic), John Smithee (Republican), Johnson. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2025): Vetoed by the Governor.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tan Parker | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 12 |
| Senfronia Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 141 |
| John Smithee | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 86 |
| Johnson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| César Blanco | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Vetoed by the Governor
- Sent to the Governor
- Signed in the House
- Signed in the Senate
- Reported enrolled
- House passage reported
- Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
- Record vote
- Passed
- Read 3rd time
- Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
- Record vote
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