The bill amends the Local Government Code to grant sheriffs and constables in counties with populations of 3.3 million or more the authority to enter into contracts for law enforcement services. Specifically, it allows sheriffs to contract with local residents, governments, businesses, property owners' associations, or landowners in their counties to provide law enforcement services in designated areas. The bill also stipulates that the commissioners court cannot restrict or prohibit these contracts, allowing sheriffs to determine the terms independently of the court's approval. Similarly, constables are granted the same authority within their precincts.

Additionally, the bill establishes financial protections for the offices of sheriffs and constables. It prohibits counties from transferring funds appropriated to these offices to the general revenue fund or restricting their spending. It mandates that any money received from contracts under the new provisions must be credited directly to the respective office and cannot reduce their appropriations. This ensures that the financial resources allocated to law enforcement are preserved and utilized effectively for their intended purposes.

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