Enrolled Bill Summary

House Bill 1937 amends the Government Code to designate September 11 as Texas First Responders Day in honor of those who assist others in emergencies and to authorize the Star of Texas award for peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical first responders who are killed or sustain serious or fatal injuries in the line of duty. The governor may present the award to the surviving next of kin. The bill establishes governor-appointed committees to advise the governor on the issuance, design, and presentation of the award. At a minimum, the award must consist of a medal, certificate, and ribbon suitable for wearing on a uniform.