Bill: SB 306, 86(R) - 2019

Committee

Senate Criminal Justice

2nd Chamber Committee

House Homeland Security & Public Safety

Vote Recommendation

Vote Recommendation Economic Freedom Property Rights Personal Responsibility Limited Government Individual Liberty
Yes Neutral Neutral Neutral Positive Positive

Author(s)

Kirk Watson

Co-Author(s)

Jose Menendez
Borris Miles

Bill Caption

Relating to the release by a peace officer of certain individuals suspected of the offense of public intoxication.



Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

SB 306 would allow police officers to release individuals who have been detained for public intoxication if they consent to voluntary treatment for substance abuse at a facility approved by the Health and Human Services Commission, or verbally consent to voluntary admission to a facility that provides a safe place for individuals to become sober under supervision.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action supports SB 306 because it supports the principles of limited government and individual liberty by providing additional alternative options for police officers instead of arresting and booking a person who has been detained for public intoxication. This will save time, resources, and money on behalf of taxpayers, and save individuals who are detained for public intoxication some time, embarrassment, and expense. For these reasons we support SB 306.


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