The bill, H.B. No. 1801, seeks to amend the definition of "authorized peace officer" within the Code of Criminal Procedure, specifically Article 18B.001(1). The amendment includes the addition of new categories of peace officers who are authorized to install and use tracking equipment and access certain communications. Notably, the bill adds two new classifications: (L) peace officers commissioned under Sections 37.081 or 51.203 of the Education Code, and (M) investigators commissioned by the commissioner of insurance under Section 701.104 of the Insurance Code.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that it will take precedence over any conflicting legislation from the 89th Legislature, Regular Session, 2025, that pertains to nonsubstantive additions and corrections in enacted codes. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.