Bill: SB 772, 85(R) - 2017
Committee
Senate Criminal Justice
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Author(s)
Carlos Uresti
Bill Caption
Relating to the authority of a code enforcement officer when
performing official duties to possess or carry an instrument used
for deterring the bite of an animal.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
Under current law, a code enforcement officer is prohibited from carrying a club. SB 772 would permit such an officer to carry a club or "bite stick" to deter the bite of an animal if they hold a certificate of registration.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill supports the principle of individual liberty by permitting a code enforcement officer to carry a club insofar as it enables them to protect themselves from being bitten by an animal in the course of discharging their duties. For this reason, we support SB 772.
Organizations Supporting
City of San Antonio
