Relating to enhancing the criminal penalties for burglary of a place of worship.

SB 1390 would increase the penalty for burglary of a place of worship from a second-degree felony to a first-degree felony. This enhancement applies specifically when the burglar enters the place of worship intending to commit a felony (other than theft) or actually commits or attempts to commit such a felony. Currently, burglary of a place of worship is a second-degree felony under Texas law. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and only applies to offenses committed on or after that date. It directly affects individuals convicted of these specific burglaries in places of worship.