Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 411.1465. Rapid DNA Analysis Pilot Program

(a) In this section, "rapid DNA analysis" means the fully automated processing of a reference buccal swab sample to provide a DNA record that is eligible for comparison in the CODIS database in not more than 2 hours without submitting the sample to a crime laboratory.

(b) The department shall establish a pilot program to optimize the process of reporting DNA records and decrease the number of arrests for which a DNA sample is not collected and analyzed by assisting law enforcement agencies in implementing rapid DNA analysis of DNA samples collected under Section 411.1471(b).

(c) Not later than September 1, 2025, the department shall begin updating information technology systems as necessary to support the pilot program.

(d) Not later than September 1, 2026, the department shall begin implementing the pilot program in two counties as determined by the department.  The department may expand the pilot program to additional counties.

(e) The department and each law enforcement agency participating in the pilot program may consult with the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding rapid DNA analysis implementation and best practices.

(f) Not later than January 1, 2028, the department shall review the pilot program established under this section and submit a written report to the legislature on the pilot program and any recommendations regarding the continuation or expansion of the program.

(g) The department may solicit and accept gifts, grants, and donations from any public or private source to fund the pilot program.

(h) The department may adopt rules as necessary to implement this section.

(i) This section expires September 1, 2028.