Bill
SB 1026
Relating to the authority of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by Brandon Creighton and 4 co-sponsors
Expands Texas Attorney General's direct authority to prosecute election law crimes, centralizing enforcement that traditionally rested with local district attorneys.
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
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