S.B. No. 1271 amends the Government Code by adding Section 2204.104, which establishes the authority for the state of Texas to accept concurrent jurisdiction over United States military installations. This section allows the governor to accept such jurisdiction upon written application from an authorized representative of the United States, specifying the land involved and the subject matters for which concurrent jurisdiction is sought. The bill outlines the requirements for the application, including the identification of the representative, the subject matters, and the necessary documentation regarding land ownership. It also details the governor's acceptance process, including the need for a written agreement and a termination procedure for the concurrent jurisdiction.

Additionally, the bill modifies the heading of Section 2204.103 to reflect the retention of authority to execute legal processes after ceding jurisdiction to the United States. The establishment of concurrent jurisdiction takes effect once the governor files the necessary documents with the secretary of state, who will then provide certified copies to the applicant and file them with the relevant county clerks. Importantly, the bill also stipulates that state agencies and political subdivisions are not liable for actions occurring on land where concurrent jurisdiction has been established. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 2204.103 (Government Code 2204)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 2204.103 (Government Code 2204)
Engrossed: Government Code 2204.103 (Government Code 2204)