H.B. No. 4387 amends the Local Government Code to clarify the definition and eligibility criteria for serving on a civilian oversight board. The bill defines a "civilian oversight board" as a board or office established by a municipality to oversee, monitor, or investigate the actions of fire fighters or police officers, with members being individuals who are not part of these professions. Additionally, it introduces a new definition for the "Commission," referring to the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission.

The bill also establishes specific eligibility requirements for individuals wishing to serve on a civilian oversight board. According to the new provisions, a person is ineligible to serve if they have been convicted of or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for a felony offense, or if they have been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude. This legislation aims to ensure that members of civilian oversight boards 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)