SB3347Introduced in the Senate
COUNTIES CD-AUXILIARY DEPUTIES
Introduced by Terri Bryant, District 58
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Counties Code. Provides that, in matters a sheriff deems essential to preventing or assisting with disasters or events of civil disorder, the sheriff may authorize plain clothes to be worn by auxiliary deputies as long as the auxiliary deputies are carrying proper identification while performing this function. Provides that auxiliary deputies may only carry firearms while in the performance of their assigned duties (rather than while in uniform and in the performance of their assigned duties).
Where it stands
Referred to Assignments
February 4, 2026
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Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Terri Bryant
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
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