The bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to include peace officers commissioned and employed by the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general as recognized peace officers in Texas. Specifically, it adds a new category (34) to Article 2A.001, which defines peace officers, thereby formally recognizing their authority and role within the law enforcement framework. Additionally, the bill ensures that these officers are compensated according to Schedule C of the position classification salary schedule as prescribed by the General Appropriations Act.

Furthermore, the bill modifies existing definitions and provisions in the Government Code to include the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general in various contexts related to state employees and peace officers. This includes updates to the definitions of "state employee" and the applicability of certain provisions to peace officers commissioned by this office. The changes are set to take effect on September 1, 2025, with specific provisions regarding the classification of these positions and their compensation structure.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 659.301, Government Code 661.918 (Government Code 661, Government Code 659)