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SB40: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief.

: Joan Huffman (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jun 16, 2025
State Finances
Criminal Procedure
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
State Finances--Management & Control
Political Subdivisions
Ethics
Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
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Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief.

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