The bill, S.B. No. 1043, amends Section 1956.017(b) of the Occupations Code to expand the composition of the advisory committee for metal recycling entities from 15 to 17 members. The new composition includes additional representatives from law enforcement and the oil and gas industry, specifically adding one sheriff with experience in investigating the theft of tubular steel used in drilling and completing oil and gas wells, as well as one member representing the oil and gas industry. The bill also maintains existing representation from various law enforcement agencies and metal recycling entities.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the public safety director of the Department of Public Safety appoint the two additional members to the advisory committee as soon as practicable after the bill's effective date, which is set for September 1, 2025. This expansion aims to enhance the committee's effectiveness in addressing issues related to metal recycling and theft of regulated materials.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1956.017 (Occupations Code 1956)