The bill amends Section 130.912 of the Local Government Code to enhance the rural constable's office salary assistance grant program. It specifies that the comptroller will award grants to qualified counties based on their population size, with amounts set at $75,000 for counties with populations under 10,000, $100,000 for those between 10,000 and 50,000, and $150,000 for counties with populations between 50,000 and 300,000. The previous requirement for counties to contribute at least 75% of the salary for constables has been removed, allowing for greater flexibility in funding.

Additionally, the bill outlines that grant funds must be used to meet minimum salary requirements for constables and deputy constables, with specific salary thresholds established. It also prohibits the use of grant money for any purpose other than meeting these salary requirements until they are satisfied. The comptroller is tasked with adopting rules for the application process, deadlines, and monitoring compliance with the grant's intended use. The bill 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: Local Government Code 130.912 (Local Government Code 130)