Bill
HB 1860
85(R) - 2017
House Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate Criminal Justice
House Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate Criminal Justice
Criminal Procedure
Military
State Agencies
Veterans
Vote Recommendation
Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
Author(s)
John Cyrier
Sponsor(s)
Jose Menendez
Bill Caption
Relating to access to criminal history record information by the adjutant general.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the state is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 1860 would amend the Government Code to permit the Adjutant General to access criminal records of an applicant for enlistment in the Texas Military Forces or employment with the Texas Military Department without signed authorization from the applicant.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This is a procedural bill dealing with the adjutant general's authority to obtain criminal history records of individuals wishing to join or volunteer with the Texas Military Department. We remain neutral.
Organizations Supporting
Texas Coalition of Veterans Organizations
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