S.B. No. 1957 amends the Local Government Code to clarify the definition of a "civilian oversight board" and establish eligibility criteria for individuals wishing to serve on such boards. The bill defines a civilian oversight board as a body created by a municipality to oversee, monitor, or investigate the actions of fire fighters and police officers, with members being non-officers from the public. Additionally, it introduces a new definition for "Commission," referring to the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission.

The bill also stipulates that individuals who have been convicted of or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for a felony offense are ineligible to serve on a civilian oversight board. This provision aims to ensure that those overseeing public safety personnel maintain a standard of integrity and accountability. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 143.003 (Local Government Code 143)
Senate Committee Report: Local Government Code 143.003 (Local Government Code 143)
Engrossed: Local Government Code 143.003 (Local Government Code 143)
House Committee Report: Local Government Code 143.003 (Local Government Code 143)
Enrolled: Local Government Code 143.003 (Local Government Code 143)