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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 75(R)

HOUSE BILL 2222  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Rhodes

EFFECTIVE: 06-18-97         

SENATE SPONSOR: Armbrister

House Bill 2222 repeals a provision of the Local Government Code that required a person who is elected as sheriff to execute a bond and take the oath of office within 20 days of receiving notice of election. Failure to meet these requirements resulted in the office being considered vacant.