SB2878

Relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including court security, court documents and arrest warrants, document delivery, juvenile boards, constitutional amendment election challenges, mandatory expunction for certain persons, record retention, and youth diversion; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees.

Vetoed·6/22/25

SB2878 amends Texas judicial procedures, including jury service, court security, and judicial districts.

SB2878 amends Texas law to modify jury service qualifications, establishing permanent exemptions for individuals over 75 years old and those convicted of misdemeanor theft or a felony. It also outlines procedures for appointing magistrates and managing court security. The bill creates new judicial districts in Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Rockwall counties, effective September 1, 2025. It further details the jurisdiction of county courts at law and the powers of local administrative judges.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

136 Yea

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2 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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11 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 16, 2025

9:00 AM

Senate Jurisprudence Committee Hearing

History

Jun 22, 2025

Vetoed by the Governor

Jun 3, 2025

Sent to the Governor

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

Reported enrolled