The bill amends the Government Code and Local Government Code to enhance the reporting requirements related to evidence collection kits in Texas. Specifically, it requires the department to submit an annual report by December 1, detailing the number of evidence collection kits that have not been submitted for laboratory analysis or for which analysis is incomplete, as well as those that law enforcement agencies did not take possession of within the required timeframe. This report will be titled "Statewide Electronic Tracking System Report" and must be made publicly accessible on the department's website.

Additionally, the bill modifies the reporting obligations of response teams to county commissioners by including a new requirement to report the number of evidence collection kits that law enforcement agencies failed to take possession of within the specified period. This addition aims to improve accountability and transparency regarding the handling of sexual assault evidence. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 420.034, Local Government Code 351.257 (Local Government Code 351, Government Code 420)
House Committee Report: Government Code 420.034, Local Government Code 351.257 (Local Government Code 351, Government Code 420)