Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 659: Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons.
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 659 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on December 19, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons. Primary sponsor: Charles Schwertner (Republican), Cole Hefner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Schwertner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 5 |
| Cole Hefner | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Committee report sent to Calendars
- Committee report distributed
- Comte report filed with Committee Coordinator
- Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
- Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
- Considered in public hearing
- Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
- Read first time
- Received from the Senate
- Reported engrossed
- Record vote
- Passed
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