SB2143 allows Texas counties to commission fire marshals, officers, inspectors, and investigators as peace officers and establish law enforcement.

SB2143 amends the Local Government Code to allow Texas counties to commission fire marshals, fire officers, fire inspectors, and fire investigators as peace officers. These peace officers can administer relevant chapters, support fire operations or investigations, enforce building codes, and make safety recommendations. However, they cannot enforce transportation code violations. Additionally, the bill permits counties to establish law enforcement agencies if authorized by the constitution or other law. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

SB2143 allows Texas counties to commission fire marshals, officers, inspectors, and investigators as peace officers and establish law enforcement.

SB2143 amends the Local Government Code to allow Texas counties to commission fire marshals, fire officers, fire inspectors, and fire investigators as peace officers. These peace officers can administer relevant chapters, support fire operations or investigations, enforce building codes, and make safety recommendations. However, they cannot enforce transportation code violations. Additionally, the bill permits counties to establish law enforcement agencies if authorized by the constitution or other law. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.