The bill amends the composition of the Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force in Texas by adding new members and updating the titles of existing members. Specifically, it introduces the president of the Texas Emergency Nurses Association and the president of the International Association of Forensic Nurses Texas Chapter as new members of the task force. Additionally, it modifies the titles of several existing positions, such as replacing the president of the statewide organization described by Section 264.409, Family Code, with the president of the state sexual assault coalition, and making other adjustments to the numbering of the members.
The bill also removes certain members from the task force, including a representative from a law enforcement agency and a sexual assault nurse examiner, while retaining the positions of adult survivors of child sexual abuse and survivors of adult sexual assault. The changes aim to enhance the representation and expertise within the task force, ensuring a more comprehensive approach to addressing sexual assault issues in Texas. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.
Statutes affected: Introduced: Government Code 772.0064 (Government Code 772)