Allows prosecuting attorneys to access police officers' personnel files during criminal investigations.
The bill amends the Local Government Code to specify who can view a police officer's personnel file. It allows law enforcement agencies hiring the officer and prosecuting attorney's offices conducting criminal investigations to access the file. This change takes effect September 1, 2025.
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