Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB825 by Talton (Relating to the prosecution of the offense of interference with public duties.), As Engrossed
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Penal Code to create as a Class B misdemeanor the offense of interfering with a county or municipal animal control officer while the officer is performing their duty or exercising their authority. The bill would take effect September 1, 2005.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.