Bill: HB 678, 84(R) - 2015
Committee
House Corrections
Vote Recommendation
Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Sylvester Turner
Co-Author(s)
John Otto
Bill Caption
Relating to advance notice regarding the housing of sexually violent predators at a new location in various counties of this state.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State or local government is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 678 would amend the chapter entitled “Civil Commitment of Sexually Violent Predators” within the Health and Safety Code to stipulate that a notice of intent regarding new residence or facility shall be provided to each legislator whose district is directly impacted.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Requiring this notice to legislators neither affirms nor abridges our liberty principles. We are neutral.