Increases penalties for assault against public servants and interference with their duties in Texas.

Texas SB1980 amends the state's Penal Code to increase criminal penalties for assaults against certain public servants. The bill specifies higher penalties for assaults committed against peace officers, emergency medical personnel, firefighters, and others performing public duties. It also addresses interference with public duties, establishing a rebuttable presumption of interference if personal information is intentionally disseminated. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Increases penalties for assault against public servants and interference with their duties in Texas.

Texas SB1980 amends the state's Penal Code to increase criminal penalties for assaults against certain public servants. The bill specifies higher penalties for assaults committed against peace officers, emergency medical personnel, firefighters, and others performing public duties. It also addresses interference with public duties, establishing a rebuttable presumption of interference if personal information is intentionally disseminated. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.