Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John S O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1043 by Christian (Relating to creating an offense for engaging in certain conduct relating to cockfighting.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Penal Code by creating the offense of cockfighting. The offense would be punishable as a state jail felony, a Class A Misdemeanor, or a Class C misdemeanor depending on provisions specified by the bill. The bill would take effect on September 1, 2011.
It is estimated that implementation of the bill would not have a significant impact on the costs of state or local government.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.