The bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Government Code to enhance the composition and responsibilities of court security committees. It introduces a new subsection (e-1) in Article 102.017, which mandates that commissioners courts prioritize recommendations from court security committees when administering funds related to courthouse security. Additionally, it revises Section 74.092 to establish a more comprehensive structure for court security committees, which must now include representatives from the sheriff's office, constable's office, county commissioners court, and various judicial representatives, while also clarifying that these committees are not considered governmental bodies under certain transparency laws.

Furthermore, the bill redesignates Section 74.092(b) to Section 74.0922, outlining the duties of the court security committee, which must meet at least annually and can develop recommendations for resource allocation and expenditures for courthouse security. However, the committee is prohibited from directing the assignment of resources or the expenditure of funds. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 74.092 (Government Code 74)
House Committee Report: Government Code 74.0922 (Government Code 74)