The bill, H.B. No. 2950, seeks to amend the jurisdiction of the 2nd Multicounty Court at Law and the composition of juvenile boards in Bee, Live Oak, and McMullen Counties. Specifically, it grants the 2nd Multicounty Court at Law concurrent jurisdiction with district courts in civil cases, including those where the matter in controversy exceeds the maximum amount specified in Section 25.0003(c)(1). This change is intended to enhance the court's authority in handling civil matters.

Additionally, the bill modifies the composition of the juvenile boards for Bee, Live Oak, and McMullen Counties by including the judge of the 2nd Multicounty Court at Law alongside the county judge and district judges in each respective county. This adjustment aims to ensure that the juvenile boards have a broader representation and expertise in juvenile matters. The bill stipulates that the amendments will apply only to cases filed or proceedings commenced on or after its effective date, with the former law remaining in effect for cases initiated prior to that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 25.2704, Human Resources Code 152.0191, Human Resources Code 152.1551, Human Resources Code 152.1621 (Government Code 25, Human Resources Code 152)