S.B. No. 888 amends Section 402.024 of the Government Code to expand the attorney general's authority to defend district attorneys and county attorneys in federal court. The bill specifically adds provisions that allow the attorney general to provide defense if the attorney is a defendant due to their official position, the lawsuit pertains to the enforcement of a state statute, and the attorney requests assistance from the attorney general. Additionally, the heading of the section is updated to include "county attorney" and "grand juror" alongside "district attorney."

The changes made by this bill will only apply to court actions filed in federal court on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. Any actions filed before this date will continue to be governed by the previous law in effect at the time of filing. This legislation aims to clarify and enhance the legal support available to district and county attorneys facing federal lawsuits related to their official duties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 402.024 (Government Code 402)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 402.024 (Government Code 402)
Engrossed: Government Code 402.024 (Government Code 402)
House Committee Report: Government Code 402.024 (Government Code 402)
Enrolled: Government Code 402.024 (Government Code 402)