Relating to the licensing of certain persons by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the hiring of those persons by political subdivisions.

Texas SB 538 amends state law to allow political subdivisions (like cities and counties) to hire legal permanent residents (green card holders) for law enforcement positions requiring licensure. The bill requires these residents to hold the appropriate license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and submit an affidavit committing to apply for U.S. citizenship within six months of eligibility. It updates licensing rules to permit the Commission to issue licenses to legal permanent residents who meet standard requirements, removing prior restrictions that previously required veteran status. This change directly affects law enforcement agencies hiring for licensed roles and legal permanent residents seeking those positions.