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HB 5513

Relating to the rural law enforcement child care grant program, fund, and advisory committee.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Ryan Guillen

Texas bill establishes grant program and advisory committee to fund child care for rural law enforcement officers, addressing recruitment and retention challenges in underserved areas.

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Bill Summary · HB 5513

Legislative bill overview

HB 5513 establishes a rural law enforcement child care grant program in Texas, creates a dedicated fund for it, and forms an advisory committee to oversee the program. The bill aims to address child care accessibility and affordability challenges specifically for law enforcement officers working in rural communities.

Why is this important

Rural law enforcement agencies face higher turnover and recruitment difficulties partly due to limited child care options, which affects public safety capacity in underserved areas. By providing targeted financial support for child care, the bill could improve officer retention, reduce staffing gaps, and make rural law enforcement careers more feasible for working parents.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source unclear: The bill creates a fund but the legislation reviewed doesn't specify how it will be financed (general revenue, fees, grants), raising questions about fiscal impact and sustainability
  • Scope limitation: Restricting benefits to rural law enforcement only may face equity arguments from urban officers or other public safety workers facing similar child care burdens
  • Program design details: The advisory committee's composition, grant eligibility criteria, and distribution mechanisms aren't detailed in this summary, leaving implementation questions unresolved

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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