Bill

SB 1827

86(R) - 2019
Senate State Affairs
Senate State Affairs

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Jose Menendez

Bill Caption

Relating to the possession and emergency administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by law enforcement agencies and peace officers.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated

Bill Analysis

SB 1827 would authorize law enforcement agencies to acquire and possess, and peace officers to administer, an epinephrine auto-injector. The bill would permit pharmacies to dispense epinephrine auto-injectors to law enforcement agencies for this purpose. 

The purpose of this bill is to allow peace officers to possess and administer an an epinephrine auto-injector in an emergency situation. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action remains neutral on SB 1827 because it does not affect our liberty principles. This does appear to be sound public policy, however.