Texas SB1710 creates the School Violence Victims' Compensation Fund to provide financial aid to victims of gun violence in Texas public schools since.

Texas SB1710, also known as the School Violence Victims' Compensation Act, establishes a compensation fund for victims of gun violence in Texas public schools since January 1, 2018. The fund provides financial aid to victims, their immediate family, or household members. Compensation amounts vary based on the severity of the injury or death, with payments ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000. The Texas Comptroller reviews and approves applications for compensation, which must include details about the incident and the relationship to the victim.

Texas SB1710 creates the School Violence Victims' Compensation Fund to provide financial aid to victims of gun violence in Texas public schools since.

Texas SB1710, also known as the School Violence Victims' Compensation Act, establishes a compensation fund for victims of gun violence in Texas public schools since January 1, 2018. The fund provides financial aid to victims, their immediate family, or household members. Compensation amounts vary based on the severity of the injury or death, with payments ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000. The Texas Comptroller reviews and approves applications for compensation, which must include details about the incident and the relationship to the victim.