H.B. No. 2715 amends the Local Government Code to streamline the process for the removal of certain officers from political subdivisions. The bill specifies that petitions for removal must be addressed to the appropriate judicial authority, with the presiding judge of the administrative judicial region being responsible for cases involving prosecuting attorneys. The amendments clarify that the petition must detail the grounds for removal in clear language and include specific information about the alleged acts. Additionally, the bill repeals certain sections related to the removal of prosecuting attorneys, thereby simplifying the legal framework governing these proceedings.

The changes introduced by this bill apply only to petitions filed after its effective date, ensuring that any petitions submitted prior to this date will be governed by the existing law. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote in both houses; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025. Overall, H.B. No. 2715 aims to enhance the efficiency and clarity of the removal process for officers in political subdivisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: ()
House Committee Report: Local Government Code 87.015, Local Government Code 87.0151, Local Government Code 87.018 (Local Government Code 87)
Engrossed: Local Government Code 87.015, Local Government Code 87.0151, Local Government Code 87.018 (Local Government Code 87)
Senate Committee Report: Local Government Code 87.015, Local Government Code 87.0151, Local Government Code 87.018 (Local Government Code 87)
Enrolled: Local Government Code 87.015, Local Government Code 87.0151, Local Government Code 87.018 (Local Government Code 87)