Relating to the authority of sheriffs and constables to enter into contracts to provide law enforcement services in certain counties and county financial authority in relation to sheriffs and constables in certain counties.

SB 2951 allows sheriffs and constables in Texas counties with 3.3 million or more residents to contract directly with local entities for law enforcement services. Specifically, sheriffs may partner with county residents, businesses, property associations, or landowners to provide services in areas they own, lease, or manage, primarily serving residents and visitors there. The bill prohibits county commissioners courts from blocking these contracts or restricting terms, giving sheriffs and constables full authority to negotiate agreements. This change applies only to large-county law enforcement structures and does not create new services or funding.