Texas HB1140 prohibits registered sex offenders from residing within two miles of a public primary or secondary school.

Texas HB1140 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to prohibit registered sex offenders from residing within two miles of a public primary or secondary school. This restriction applies to individuals convicted or adjudicated for offenses occurring on or after September 1, 2025. Those already residing within two miles of a school on September 1, 2025, may continue to live there. The bill also mandates that local law enforcement authorities inform offenders of their duties and obtain their expected residence details. It takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1140 prohibits registered sex offenders from residing within two miles of a public primary or secondary school.

Texas HB1140 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to prohibit registered sex offenders from residing within two miles of a public primary or secondary school. This restriction applies to individuals convicted or adjudicated for offenses occurring on or after September 1, 2025. Those already residing within two miles of a school on September 1, 2025, may continue to live there. The bill also mandates that local law enforcement authorities inform offenders of their duties and obtain their expected residence details. It takes effect on September 1, 2025.