Relating to the prosecution and reporting of certain offenses committed because of bias or prejudice; creating a criminal offense.

HB 4828 creates a new felony offense for individuals convicted of certain bias-motivated crimes (like assault or battery) who possess a firearm within five years of their release from prison or supervision. It specifically targets people convicted under Texas Penal Code sections covering offenses such as assault, battery, or unlawful entry, adding a third-degree felony charge for firearm possession during this five-year period. The bill also requires court clerks to report these bias-motivated convictions to law enforcement within 30 days, enabling inclusion in state and national crime databases. This law applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, and does not change penalties for the original bias-motivated crimes themselves.