The bill, S.B. No. 328, proposes the creation of two new judicial districts in Fort Bend County, specifically the 501st and 502nd Judicial Districts. The bill amends Subchapter C, Chapter 24 of the Government Code by adding Sections 24.60046 and 24.60047, which formally establish these districts. Each section specifies that the respective judicial district is composed of Fort Bend County.

The new judicial districts will come into effect on September 1, 2025, as stated in Section 3 of the bill. This legislative action aims to enhance the judicial system's capacity and efficiency within Fort Bend County by providing additional judicial resources.

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