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An Act Establishing a Rapid DNA Analysis Pilot Program in Certain Counties (SB 1723, 2025)

September 1, 2025

Rapid DNA Legislation

Relates to Rapid DNA analysis by certain law enforcement agencies; defines Rapid DNA and establishes a Rapid DNA analysis pilot program (booking stations in Montgomery and Williamson Counties) under DPS, to begin by September 1, 2026, with a legislative report due January 1, 2028. Signed June 20, 2025; effective September 1, 2025.

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State
Texas
Bill Number
SB 1723
Legislation Status
Enacted

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