Bill
SB 990
Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of murder.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by Paul Bettencourt and 11 co-sponsors
Texas bill increases criminal penalties for specific categories of murder, expanding sentencing consequences in a state with notably severe criminal justice standards.
Committee report sent to Calendars
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