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HB2996: Relating to definitions for purposes of gambling criminal offenses and the prosecution of gambling criminal offenses.

: Ryan Guillen (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Apr 22, 2025
Crimes
Occupational Regulation
Criminal Procedure
Crimes--Miscellaneous
Amusements, Games, Sports
Crimes--Against Morals
GAMBLING
Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
Criminal Procedure--General
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Relating to definitions for purposes of gambling criminal offenses and the prosecution of gambling criminal offenses.

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