Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution
SJR 17: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the denial of bail under limited circumstances to a person accused of certain violent or sexual offenses or of continuous trafficking of persons.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SJR 17 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas Senate on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the denial of bail under limited circumstances to a person accused of certain violent or sexual offenses or of continuous trafficking of persons. Primary sponsor: Joan Huffman (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2025): Referred to Criminal Justice.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Huffman | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“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 Criminal Justice
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate