Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB239 by Gallegos (Relating to interference with the duties of a public health professional; providing a criminal penalty.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend Section 38.15(a), Penal Code, by adding to the list of actions that constitute an offense of obstructing governmental operation the act of interfering with a county or municipal public health official while that person is performing their duties.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.