S.B. No. 739 amends the definition of "authorized peace officer" within the Code of Criminal Procedure to clarify the categories of individuals who are permitted to install and use tracking equipment and access certain communications. The bill reenacts and modifies Article 18B.001(1) to include new categories of authorized peace officers, specifically adding peace officers commissioned under Sections 37.081 or 51.203 of the Education Code, and investigators commissioned by the commissioner of insurance under Section 701.104 of the Insurance Code. The previous designation of "or (K)" has been deleted from the definition.

The bill ensures that the updated definition of authorized peace officers is consistent with recent legislative changes and clarifies the roles of various law enforcement and investigative personnel. It also establishes that this Act will take precedence over any conflicting legislation from the 89th Legislature, Regular Session, 2025, and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.