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SB665 • 2025

Requires public bodies to transfer moneys deriving from certain fines and civil penalties to the General Fund for general governmental purposes.

Requires public bodies to transfer moneys deriving from certain fines and civil penalties to the General Fund for general governmental purposes.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Senator Bonham,, Robinson
Last action
2025-06-27
Official status
In Senate Committee
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. 2025-06-27 Senate

    In committee upon adjournment.

  2. 2025-02-12 Senate

    Public Hearing held.

  3. 2025-01-17 Senate

    Referred to Judiciary.

  4. 2025-01-13 Senate

    Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

Official Summary Text

Digest: The Act says that public bodies may not keep money from certain fines or civil penalties. (Flesch Readability Score: 68.9).
Requires public bodies to transfer moneys deriving from certain fines and civil penalties to the General Fund for general governmental purposes.
Relating to: Relating to monetary penalties.
Current location: In Senate Committee