S.B. No. 651 amends Section 434.032(a) of the Government Code to enhance the reporting structure of veterans county service offices in counties with populations of 200,000 or more. The bill stipulates that these offices must report directly to the commissioners court or a designated county executive official, thereby providing flexibility in oversight and accountability.

The legislation also maintains existing requirements for the veterans county service office, which must remain separate from other county offices and be staffed by at least one full-time employee. This bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 434.032 (Government Code 434)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 434.032 (Government Code 434)
Engrossed: Government Code 434.032 (Government Code 434)
House Committee Report: Government Code 434.032 (Government Code 434)