Texas 89th Legislature
Crime Victims Compensation
5
Bills Enacted
5
Bill Authors
4 bills (80%) have bipartisan support.
Crime Victims Compensation Filing Activity
Bills FiledPeak: Jan 10
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5 days with filingsJan 10 - Mar 4
3
Senate Bills
2
House Bills
5
Regular
80%
Democrat
20%
Republican
Compliance & Cost
Compliance Urgency
low4
Cost Impact
low4
Leading Authors
1
1
1
1
1
All Bills (5)
HB2355
Relating to the disclosure or release of certain information received by the attorney general regarding an application for compensation from the crime victims' compensation fund.
Relating to the disclosure or release of certain information received by the attorney general regarding an application for compensation from the crime victims' compensation fund.
Author: Caroline FairlyRegular Session
HB3745
Relating to crime victims' compensation.
Relating to crime victims' compensation.
Author: Christian ManuelRegular Session
SB761
Relating to the offense of sexual assault and to the rights of crime victims, including the enforcement of certain rights of sexual assault victims; authorizing a civil penalty.
Relating to the offense of sexual assault and to the rights of crime victims, including the enforcement of certain rights of sexual assault victims; authorizing a civil penalty.
Author: Juan HinojosaRegular Session
SB1666
Relating to the payment of restitution.
Relating to the payment of restitution.
Author: Judith ZaffiriniRegular Session
SB1804
Relating to restitution and compensation paid to victims of certain offenses for tattoo removal related to the offense.
Relating to restitution and compensation paid to victims of certain offenses for tattoo removal related to the offense.
Author: Carol AlvaradoRegular Session
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Texas laws on crime victims compensation passed in 2025?
- The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 5 laws related to crime victims compensation. These bills were authored by 5 different legislators and address various aspects of crime victims compensation policy in Texas.
- Did crime victims compensation bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?
- Crime Victims Compensation legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 3 Senate bills and 2 House bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.
- Which Texas legislators authored the most crime victims compensation bills?
- The leading authors of crime victims compensation legislation include Sen. Carol Alvarado (D) with 1 bills, Rep. Caroline Fairly (R) with 1 bills, Rep. Christian Manuel (D) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on crime victims compensation issues during the 89th Legislature.
- What subjects are related to crime victims compensation in Texas law?
- Crime Victims Compensation legislation frequently overlaps with Crime Victims, Internet, Crimes--against Persons--sexual. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.
- Is there bipartisan support for crime victims compensation legislation in Texas?
- Yes, 4 of the 5 crime victims compensation bills (80%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on crime victims compensation policy.
- When do Texas crime victims compensation laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?
- Most Texas legislation takes effect September 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Some crime victims compensation bills may have immediate effective dates or delayed implementation schedules. Review individual bills for specific effective dates and compliance deadlines.
Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 25, 2025
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