Stronger penalties for police and official misconduct could reduce unfair treatment that lower-income families face more often. Better protection if you can't afford lawyers to fight abuse.
$30,000-$60,000
Increased accountability for officials may help protect your family from abuse of power. This law doesn't change your taxes or direct costs.
$60,000-$100,000
Better protection from official misconduct, though middle-income families typically have more resources to address abuse when it happens. No direct financial impact.
Over $100,000
This law doesn't directly affect your household finances. Higher-income families already have better access to legal help when dealing with official misconduct.
What you can do right now
Your voice carries more weight when it comes from the people a policy affects.
A.J. LouderbackTexas State Representative, District 30
Senate Bill 57 increases criminal penalties for official oppression in Texas. The bill targets public servants who abuse their authority. Peace officers who cause injury or use weapons while oppressing others face felony charges. Schools are also protected if an official tries to hide data. When we show up together, our community becomes more connected, more resilient, and more powerful.