Bill

SB 489

86(R) - 2019
Senate State Affairs
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate State Affairs
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Security

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Judith Zaffirini

Sponsor(s)

John Smithee

Bill Caption

Relating to personal information that may be omitted from certain property records and political reports and to other court security measures.

Fiscal Notes

According to the Legislative Budget Board, no significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

SB 489 would require the removal or redaction of a federal or state judge's address on certain public reports and records. It would also require the director of security and emergency preparedness to annually submit a report on court security activities throughout the state and recommendations for court security.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action remains neutral on SB 489 because it does not significantly affect our liberty principles.