Texas SB1538 amends laws related to court reporting, including digital reporting, certification, and registration requirements.

SB1538 modifies the registration and regulation of court recorders by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission in Texas. It mandates occupational registration for court recorders and creates criminal offenses for violations. The bill defines terms such as "court recorder," "court reporter," and "digital reporting." It also outlines disciplinary actions against shorthand reporters and sets conditions for the use of electronic recording equipment. The Texas Supreme Court is required to adopt rules related to digital reporting. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1538 amends laws related to court reporting, including digital reporting, certification, and registration requirements.

SB1538 modifies the registration and regulation of court recorders by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission in Texas. It mandates occupational registration for court recorders and creates criminal offenses for violations. The bill defines terms such as "court recorder," "court reporter," and "digital reporting." It also outlines disciplinary actions against shorthand reporters and sets conditions for the use of electronic recording equipment. The Texas Supreme Court is required to adopt rules related to digital reporting. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.