The Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County recently claimed that the jail, which is understaffed by around 300 officers, was in "deplorable condition."
In 2021, a Capital Murder bond for Taylor had been set for $200,000. But Judge Amy Martin lowered bond and released the suspect now charged with the murder of a deputy constable.
Sheriffs from counties along the southern border testified in favor of the bill at a Texas House Appropriations Committee hearing.
Gov. Greg Abbott has previously declared a state of disaster in 34 counties over illegal immigration along the southern border.
In an effort to "crack down" on illegal crossings, the governor announced new border security measures that include border wall construction.
