This is a summary of the bail bills or bills that may relate to the bail industry that were enacted in the 2025 Texas Legislative Session. HB 1522- This bill amended the Texas Open Meetings Act to change the notice requirement from 72 hours to 3 business days. The biggest impact of this change will impact Bail Bond Board meetings. The notice now must be posted 3 business days before the meeting. A weekend cannot be counted in that time period. To see the final bill CLICK HERE . HB 1778- This bill created Section 43.032 of the Texas Penal Code with creates a new offense "Continuous Promotion of Prostitution." Additionally, the bill amends article 17.081 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to add 43.032 to the list of offenses. This section requires that for the list of offenses, the bail bond must include the address and driver's license number for the defendant and the surety. Additionally, article 17.465 (b) of the Texas Code of Crim...
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