Gender Identity/Expression:
HB 2966: Relating to an offense committed against a person because of bias or prejudice on the basis of gender identity or expression.
Primary Author: Rep. Garnet Coleman (D-Houston)
Joint Author: Rep. Rafael Anchia (D-Dallas)
Co-Author: Rep. Alma Allen (D-Houston)
Background: The bill would amend the Code of Criminal Procedure to add gender identity or expression to the James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Act.
Committee: Criminal Jurisprudence
Actions: 04/09/09 - Left pending in committee
04/09/09 - Testimony taken in public hearing
03/17/09 - Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
03/10/09 - Filed
Equality Texas Position: Supports. This bill is part of our Legislative Agenda.
Equality Texas Bill Fact Sheet: Fact Sheet on HB 2966