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SB739: Relating to the definition of authorized peace officer for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.

: Lois Kolkhorst (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jun 20, 2025
County Government
Crimes
Occupational Regulation
Criminal Procedure
Electronic Information Systems
City Government
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
Insurance
Crimes--Miscellaneous
Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
Criminal Procedure--General
Law Enforcement
PEACE OFFICERS
Insurance--General
County Government--Employees/Officers
City Government--Employees/Officers
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  3. Passed Both Chambers (completed)
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Relating to the definition of authorized peace officer for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.

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