HB 67 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter and to the repeal of certain criminal offenses concerning the solicitation and distribution of an application to vote by mail.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 182 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a court to terminate the sentence of certain persons released on parole.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 241 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter and to the repeal of certain criminal offenses concerning the solicitation and distribution of an application to vote by mail.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 264 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to requirements for the physical presence of a borrower for signing certain documents related to a home equity loan.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | Financial--General | HOME EQUITY | LOANS | Military & Veterans | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney | Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 303 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to a justice or municipal court's authority to order a defendant confined in jail for failure to pay a fine or cost or for contempt and to the authority of a municipality to enforce the collection of certain fines by imprisonment of the defendant.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Justice | Courts--Municipal | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 353 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to parole determinations and individual treatment plans for inmates.
House: Corrections
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF
HB 462 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to certain products made by inmates of a correctional facility.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS
HB 477 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to prohibiting the confinement of inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in facilities operated by private vendors.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 480 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the placement of an inmate in administrative segregation based on membership in a security threat group.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 484 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention in municipal jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 502 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter and to the repeal of certain criminal offenses concerning the solicitation and distribution of an application to vote by mail.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 607 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the solicitation of pen pals by certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 734 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to a defendant's discharge of fines and costs through community service.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 742 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain county jailers and law enforcement telecommunicators.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 786 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to a report by the Windham School District on dyslexia and illiteracy among certain students enrolled in the district.
House: Corrections Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DYSLEXIA | Interim Studies | LITERACY | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 790 88-0 (2023)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the processes for and the adjudication and payment of certain claims under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Labor--Workers' Compensation | VIDEOCONFERENCING | WORKERS COMPENSATION, COMMISSIONER OF
HB 792 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the presence of a spiritual leader during the execution of a person.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Religion
HB 812 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to limitations on the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 813 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a study on the impact of the use of administrative segregation on inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 823 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of an inmate for certain occupational licenses and the practice of certain occupations by an inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 905 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to credit toward a defendant's sentence for time confined in jail or prison before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 944 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 947 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to an allotment under the public school finance system for certain students whose parent or legal guardian has been incarcerated.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance
HB 958 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the child support obligation of an obligor during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 967 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to program accessibility for female inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1019 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the reentry and reintegration programs provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1213 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1282 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1355 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to air conditioning requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1402 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the criminal penalties for certain criminal offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1423 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the expiration of a protective order when the subject of the protective order is confined or imprisoned.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1428 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to providing prisoners serving a sentence in a county jail with certain documents on discharge.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 1435 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to family liaison officers in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 1438 88-0 (2023)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to the use of a wireless communication jamming device in a correctional facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1446 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to procedures governing declared disasters for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1524 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to the use of body worn cameras by correctional officers.
House: Corrections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 1539 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to program accessibility for female inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1563 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harless, Sam | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the compensation for certain costs of confinement.
House: Corrections Senate: Finance
Co-sponsor authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1651 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility for custodial officer service in the Employees Retirement System of Texas of juvenile justice officers employed by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Retirement Systems--General | Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 1705 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 1708 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
House: Corrections Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1710 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to notice provided to a court regarding a defendant confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
HB 1743 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between the Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to assess the eligibility of certain inmates for supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits on discharge or release from confinement.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Food Programs
HB 1751 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 1832 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the payment to employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for vacation leave.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 1921 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the amount of a fine and costs discharged by a defendant while confined in jail or engaged in labor.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 1965 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to providing children committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and prisoners serving a sentence in a county jail with certain documents on discharge or release; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SHERIFFS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2044 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.
Relating to depression screenings for certain women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2183 88-0 (2023)
Author: Stucky, Lynn | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to the temporary appointment of county jailers.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SHERIFFS
HB 2201 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to housing certain inmates in state jail felony facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs
HB 2279 88-0 (2023)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving the carrying of weapons at certain locations.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Day Care | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Libraries & Librarians | Nursing Homes | Religion | Weapons
HB 2305 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to a report on recidivism rates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 2316 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Political Subdivisions | State Employees
HB 2603 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of trafficking of persons if committed at certain locations.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Day Care | Family--Child Protection | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 2620 88-0 (2023)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to compensation to a county for certain costs of confinement.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2646 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the payment of certain fines and court costs by an inmate during a term of imprisonment or following release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 2708 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Pete | et. al.
Relating to visitation policies for inmates and state jail felony defendants.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 2733 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hayes, Richard
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2748 88-0 (2023)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to certain procedures concerning the welfare of prisoners confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 2749 88-0 (2023)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2786 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to a limitation on liability in certain suits concerning damages arising from acts or omissions involving a jail or detention facility owned or operated by a county or municipality.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 2834 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to minimum compensation for inmates participating in certain work programs.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Labor--Wages
HB 2862 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the confinement of inmates according to biological sex.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2887 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann
Relating to eligibility for custodial officer service in the Employees Retirement System of Texas by certain juvenile correctional officers and caseworkers employed by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 2935 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to veterans placed on community supervision or confined in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Military & Veterans
HB 2950 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bryant, John | et. al.
Relating to the temperature at which certain facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice are maintained.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems
HB 2959 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to providing children committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department with certain documents on discharge or release.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Crimes--Juvenile | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SHERIFFS | SOCIAL SECURITY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3075 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Flores, Pete | et. al.
Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over a correctional facility or detention facility; creating a criminal offense.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Aeronautics | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement
HB 3147 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to the detainment and housing of juveniles and inmates based on biological sex.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | FEMALE PRISONER PROTECTION ACT | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Women
HB 3158 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to occupational licensing of inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Postponed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3183 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate | et. al.
Relating to the use of in-custody informant testimony in a criminal trial.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Trial | JOHN NOLLEY ACT
HB 3332 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the child support obligation of certain obligors who are or were incarcerated.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | PATERNITY
HB 3346 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
HB 3363 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the confinement or detention of certain individuals in a county jail or other facility operated by or for the county and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement or detention.
House: Corrections Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3375 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey
Relating to access to communication services for inmates and state jail defendants.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Telecommunications | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 3427 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bryant, John
Relating to the ombudsman office for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3434 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study conducted by the Commission on Jail Standards on the living conditions and safety of persons confined in the Harris County jail.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3464 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to creating the criminal offense of tampering with a correctional facility tablet device.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous
HB 3530 88-0 (2023)
Author: Neave Criado, Victoria
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3681 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the development and maintenance of a custody information system for certain offenders.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems
HB 3739 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical transportation and care for certain inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTRAINTS | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | Transportation--Miscellaneous | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | Women
HB 3743 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, CraigSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; expanding authority to adopt fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 3806 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to rules or procedures of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding prisoner visitation.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3817 88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a court requiring a defendant confined in a penal institution to appear by videoconference for certain pretrial proceedings.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 4020 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to allowing certain inmates to apply for benefits under certain public benefits programs to be provided at the time of discharge or release.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 4145 88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to salaries for staff of a private vendor contracting with the Texas Board of Criminal Justice for the operation, maintenance, or management of a correctional facility.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4247 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to requiring notice regarding the potential eligibility to vote of certain persons convicted of a felony and the duties of a sheriff or jailer relating to elections.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | SHERIFFS
HB 4251 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David | et. al.
Relating to requiring prior approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a degree or certificate program to certain persons who are incarcerated or subject to involuntary civil commitment.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 4467 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the establishment or expansion of behavioral health centers or jail diversion centers in certain local mental health authority service areas.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4518 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a court to grant a commutation of punishment to certain individuals serving a term of imprisonment and to victims' rights regarding a motion to grant a commutation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 4633 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to financial responsibilities and requirements of community supervision and corrections departments and certain judges.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--Finance | Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--District | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 4837 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to a veteran housing program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Military & Veterans
HB 4921 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an adult education pilot program by the Windham School District.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| ADULT EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 4929 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to minimum compensation for inmates participating in certain work programs.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4982 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey
Relating to a veteran housing program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Military & Veterans
HB 4998 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 5164 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to credit toward a defendant's sentence for time confined in jail or prison before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--General
SB 85 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
SB 120 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter and to the repeal of certain criminal offenses concerning the solicitation and distribution of an application to vote by mail.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 151 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the possession of certain photographs and images by inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIME VICTIMS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Protection of Personal Information
SB 318 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the compensation for certain costs of confinement.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 383 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility for an occupational license by certain former inmates and the practice of certain occupations by an inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS | BARBERS | COMMISSION OF LICENSING & REGULATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COSMETOLOGISTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | REFRIGERANTS & REFRIGERATION
SB 444 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to depression screenings for certain women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 526 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Cook, David | et. al.
Relating to requiring prior approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a degree or certificate program to certain persons who are incarcerated or subject to involuntary civil commitment.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 727 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to allowing certain inmates to apply for supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits to be provided at the time of discharge or release.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Food Programs
SB 774 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the provision of services by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to offenders with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 969 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain correctional officers and jailers.
Senate: Education
Left pending in subcommittee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition
SB 996 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to a report on recidivism rates.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
SB 1011 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Cook, David
Relating to the punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
SB 1035 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1146 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical transportation and care for certain inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTRAINTS | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | Transportation--Miscellaneous | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | Women
SB 1147 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to vocational training for and the occupational licensing of inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Women
SB 1235 88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, Pete
Relating to the temporary appointment of county jailers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SHERIFFS
SB 1312 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the establishment of a task force to study the impact of the use of administrative segregation and disciplinary seclusion.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | Interim Studies | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TASK FORCE TO STUDY ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION AND DISCIPLINARY SECLUSION
SB 1313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1386 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | Legislature | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SUBPOENAS
SB 1677 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the establishment and administration of Health and Human Services Commission programs providing mental health services to certain individuals in this state.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| AUDITOR, STATE | AUDITS & AUDITORS | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1744 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to financial responsibilities and requirements of community supervision and corrections departments and certain judges.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--Finance | Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--District | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1770 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to an exception to required disclosure under the public information law for certain electronic information held by a prosecutor, law enforcement agency, or corrections agency.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | Open Records
SB 1896 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the investigation of the death of a prisoner in county jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1996 88-0 (2023)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
SB 2158 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an adult education pilot program by the Windham School District.
House: Corrections Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| ADULT EDUCATION | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Labor--Workforce Development | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
SB 2296 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the payment of certain fines and court costs by an inmate during a term of imprisonment or following release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 6 88-1 (2023)
Author: Cook, David
Relating to the punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
HB 12 88-1 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study conducted by the Commission on Jail Standards on the living conditions and safety of persons confined in the Harris County jail.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 4 88-1 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
HB 27 88-2 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study conducted by the Commission on Jail Standards on the living conditions and safety of persons confined in the Harris County jail.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Safety
HB 71 88-2 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 72 88-3 (2023)
Author: Cook, David
Relating to the punishment for the offense of trafficking of persons.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
HB 80 88-3 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study conducted by the Commission on Jail Standards on the living conditions and safety of persons confined in the Harris County jail.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HARRIS COUNTY | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 67 88-3 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to air conditioning requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 66 88-4 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study conducted by the Commission on Jail Standards on the living conditions and safety of persons confined in the Harris County jail.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HARRIS COUNTY | Interim Studies | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 24 88-4 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to air conditioning requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 40 88-4 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 30 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--School Districts | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 76 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 78 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to qualifications and registration of certain voters convicted of a felony.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 221 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 265 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a report by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on dyslexia and illiteracy among inmates.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DYSLEXIA | LITERACY
HB 342 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 357 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to air conditioning requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 400 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 460 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the solicitation of pen pals by certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 507 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to prohibiting the confinement of inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in facilities operated by private vendors.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 583 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to qualifications and registration of certain voters convicted of a felony.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 599 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the life expectancies of inmates and correctional officers of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 617 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to an allotment under the public school finance system for certain students whose parent or legal guardian has been incarcerated.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance
HB 704 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 719 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 721 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the release to mandatory supervision of certain inmates confined in a county jail.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIME VICTIMS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 802 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Christina | et. al.
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 930 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to a report on recidivism rates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 953 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 954 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain contract and notice requirements applicable to certain facilities used to house inmates or releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the transfer of certain real property held by the department.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General
HB 1086 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the criminal penalties for certain criminal offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1092 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans
HB 1148 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to prohibiting the Texas Department of Criminal Justice from charging an inmate a fee for health care.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1232 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 1307 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the care of pregnant women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SEXUAL ABUSE | SHERIFFS | Women
HB 1308 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the establishment of a task force to conduct a comprehensive study on best practice standards for the confinement of pregnant prisoners in county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Women
HB 1398 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of prisoners confined in county jails.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | SHERIFFS
HB 1422 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the child support obligation of an obligor during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 1443 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to county jailer training on interacting with veterans in the criminal justice system.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1448 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Redistricting
HB 1509 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to enhancing the criminal penalties for certain repeat and habitual offenders.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 1545 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Law Enforcement | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1579 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the protection of the free exercise of religion rights of inmates and ensuring access to volunteer and faith-based chaplains and chaplaincy services.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Religion
HB 1582 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 1598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | SENATE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1638 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to requiring security cameras in common areas of facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 1639 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the use of body worn cameras by correctional officers.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 1640 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to a medication-assisted treatment program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for inmates with opioid use disorders.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1736 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to assisting inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in obtaining federal veterans disability benefits.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Military & Veterans
HB 1857 87-0 (2021)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the offense involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises or property of certain recreational facilities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Religion | Weapons
HB 1921 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the modernization of correctional facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1971 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the purchase and installation of climate control systems at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 2190 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the prosecution of and punishment for certain state jail felony offenders, including the creation of a pretrial intervention program for certain state jail felony offenders; authorizing a fee.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | DEFERRED ADJUDICATION | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2331 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to procedures governing declared disasters for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2352 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants and certain inmates released on parole; changing parole eligibility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF
HB 2385 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to testing discharged or released inmates for communicable diseases and any life-threatening diseases or conditions.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2388 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to providing inmates with certain documents on release or discharge; changing a fee.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2392 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to providing prisoners serving a sentence in a county jail with certain documents on discharge.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SHERIFFS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2442 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Justice Reinvestment Incentive Program.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2443 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities confined in county jail.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2444 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee regarding the confinement in county jail of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 2445 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to veterans placed on community supervision or confined in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Military & Veterans
HB 2475 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to county jailer training regarding interacting with a person with an intellectual or developmental disability.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2517 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention in municipal jails.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 2518 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Redistricting
HB 2523 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the expiration of a protective order when the subject of the protective order is confined or imprisoned.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2565 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to the release on parole of certain inmates during a public health emergency.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Disaster Preparedness & Relief
HB 2742 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the reentry and reintegration programs provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2751 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to limitations on the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2752 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to a study on the impact of the use of administrative segregation on inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2791 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to confinement and treatment in a substance abuse felony punishment facility under a plea bargain agreement.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2793 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to parole determinations and individual treatment plans for inmates.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF
HB 2830 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to post-release housing for inmates released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2831 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the confinement in county jail of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2872 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to certain products made by inmates of a correctional facility.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PRISON LABOR
HB 2901 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to reporting requirements for certain in-custody deaths; providing a civil penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement
HB 2952 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the calculation and enforcement of child support.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3075 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RESTRAINTS
HB 3114 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, HughSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to rules or procedures of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding prisoner visitation.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3194 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the presence of a spiritual leader during the execution of a person.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Religion
HB 3447 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to certain procedures concerning the welfare of prisoners confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 3453 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to access to certain litigation, law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | Open Records
HB 3463 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| City Government--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Legislature | Political Subdivisions | Redistricting | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | SHERIFFS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3570 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the transfer of certain real property held by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| BURNET, CITY OF | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 3606 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the provision of vocational training to inmates confined in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice transfer facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational
HB 3621 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3632 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the creation of a continuity of care and service program for veteran offenders; creating a criminal offense.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3714 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the confinement of inmates who identify as transgender.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3771 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
HB 4102 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to certain substance abuse treatment programs operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4133 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4149 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to county jailers.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4189 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to program accessibility for female inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 4207 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to private vendors for correctional facilities and services.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4212 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 4214 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility for an occupational license by certain former inmates and the practice of certain occupations by an inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4354 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
HB 4355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to providing children committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and prisoners serving a sentence in a county jail with certain documents on discharge or release; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SHERIFFS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 4485 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the release of a defendant arrested for a misdemeanor punishable by fine only.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
SB 95 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
SB 122 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
SB 187 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to qualifications and registration of certain voters convicted of a felony.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
SB 286 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Neave, Victoria
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and child support, including the payment of spousal maintenance by an obligor ordered to pay child support and the disclaimer of a property interest by a child support obligor.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child
SB 350 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to liability of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain claims.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Malpractice--Professionals | PHYSICIANS
SB 354 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to access to postsecondary courses or programs for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Education--Higher--General
SB 710 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Law Enforcement | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 806 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the care of pregnant women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SEXUAL ABUSE | SHERIFFS | Women
SB 807 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to certain inspections of county jails by the Commission on Jail Standards.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Women
SB 820 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the purchase and installation of climate control systems at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
SB 831 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the presence of a spiritual leader during an execution.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Religion
SB 944 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
SB 1075 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain rules, policies, or procedures affecting inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1395 87-0 (2021)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
SB 1561 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants and certain inmates released on parole; changing parole eligibility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF
SB 1739 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1833 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to post-release housing for inmates released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | REENTRY HOUSING TASK FORCE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1844 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RESTRAINTS
SB 1977 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to voting while confined in jail.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 1980 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT OMBUDSMAN FOR TEXAS DEPT. OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE, OFFICE OF
SB 2007 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to enhancing the criminal penalties for certain repeat and habitual offenders.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
SB 2072 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 45 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the reentry and reintegration programs provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 204 87-1 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
Filed
| City Government--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Legislature | Political Subdivisions | Redistricting | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | SHERIFFS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 271 87-1 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to the establishment of and a grant program for temporary confinement facilities during local disasters relating to illegal immigration or border security.
Filed
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Criminal Procedure--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 40 87-1 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
Filed
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 53 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the reentry and reintegration programs provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 103 87-2 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to the establishment of and a grant program for temporary confinement facilities during local disasters relating to illegal immigration or border security.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | BORDER | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Criminal Procedure--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 215 87-2 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
SB 65 87-2 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
Filed
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 31 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to the establishment of and a grant program for temporary confinement facilities during local disasters relating to illegal immigration or border security.
Filed
| Aliens | BORDER | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Criminal Procedure--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 51 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the reentry and reintegration programs provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 88 87-3 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to climate control requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 105 87-3 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the modernization of correctional facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | PRISON REPURPOSING COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 146 87-3 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
Filed
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Legislature | Political Subdivisions | Redistricting | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | SHERIFFS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 43 87-3 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to climate control requirements at facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 104 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Redistricting
HB 178 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to a credit toward payment of costs for a defendant confined in jail or another facility before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 363 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AUDITOR, STATE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 428 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the solicitation of pen pals by certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 600 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to procedures for identifying or releasing on personal bond criminal defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
HB 601 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to criminal or juvenile procedures and reporting requirements regarding persons who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
HB 650 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Women
HB 656 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 659 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the collection of information regarding the parental status of inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--General
HB 812 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the amount of the health care services fee paid by certain inmates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 828 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to credit toward payment of a fine and costs for certain misdemeanants confined in jail or prison before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 872 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers and other public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 918 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to providing discharged or released inmates with certain documents, including documents to assist the inmate in obtaining employment.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 1/1/20
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 936 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to a study on reducing the level at which the air temperature in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is regulated.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1076 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the eligibility of certain criminal defendants for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1088 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to enhancing the criminal penalties for certain repeat and habitual offenders.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 1164 86-0 (2019)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the offense involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises or property of certain recreational facilities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES | Religion | Weapons
HB 1191 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to an annual report concerning the number of inmates who have been in the conservatorship of a state agency responsible for providing child protective services.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | INTERNET
HB 1314 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the release on bail of, and the reimbursement to a county for certain costs of confining, a person charged with an administrative violation of parole or mandatory supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| ARREST WARRANTS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--Finance | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1322 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the facilitation of voting by persons confined in certain jails.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 1374 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to grants for the development and operation of pretrial intervention programs for pregnant defendants and defendants who are the primary caretaker of a child.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 1553 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 1621 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a public junior college district by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1651 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the care of pregnant women confined in county jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | RESTRAINTS | Women
HB 1733 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to advertising or other information regarding licensed bail bond sureties posted in secure correctional facilities.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADVERTISING | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1761 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to credit toward a defendant's sentence for time confined in jail or prison before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1762 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to the facilitation of voting by persons confined in certain jails.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 1889 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to reporting concerning certain prisoners who are confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 1956 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain contract and notice requirements applicable to certain facilities used to house inmates or releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General
HB 1961 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the criminal offense of making a false report to a peace officer, federal special investigator, law enforcement employee, corrections officer, or jailer.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
HB 1979 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to prohibiting the confinement of inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in facilities operated by private vendors.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2070 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the repeal of a provision governing the operation of jail commissaries in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 2137 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter | et. al.
Relating to an application made by certain retired state and federal officers to obtain a license to carry a handgun; waiving a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 2158 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the availability of peer support services in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Labor--General
HB 2168 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to a trauma history screening for certain defendants and inmates.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2169 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to reporting concerning female prisoners who are confined in county jails and to the provision of feminine hygiene products to female prisoners.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Women
HB 2265 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the duties of the Title IV-D agency regarding the collection, modification, and enforcement of child support.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Reported favorably as substituted
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Family--Child Support
HB 2467 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to training requirements applicable to a jailer at a private correctional facility.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2540 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a report on the prevalence of dyslexia and illiteracy among incarcerated persons.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DYSLEXIA | LITERACY
HB 2580 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to access to telephone services for persons confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | SHERIFFS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 2701 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to county jailer training and continuing education requirements regarding interacting with pregnant women confined in jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2724 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a proxy for a member of the legislature visiting a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature
HB 2744 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to the access of a female inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to certain educational and vocational programs and services.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--General | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 2754 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a limitation on the authority to arrest a person for certain misdemeanors punishable by fine only.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Justice | Courts--Municipal | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2772 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the release to mandatory supervision of certain inmates confined in a county jail.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2873 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the room placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2897 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's developmentally disabled offender program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3015 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 3116 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of a task force to conduct a comprehensive study on best practice standards for the detention of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--General | INTERNET | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3227 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the availability of and access to certain programs and services for persons in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 3270 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 3296 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants serving a sentence for a state jail felony offense.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 3310 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to assisting inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in obtaining federal veterans disability benefits.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Military & Veterans
HB 3311 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Military & Veterans
HB 3409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to requirements for training regarding trauma for judges, prosecuting attorneys, correctional officers, and law enforcement officers.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3440 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the electronic submission of forms, data, and documents to the Commission on Jail Standards; imposing a fee.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3472 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to a rodeo hosted by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice; authorizing a fee.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HUNTSVILLE, CITY OF
HB 3503 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to firearms training for county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Weapons
HB 3617 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion and crisis stabilization unit pilot program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3620 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 3720 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to minimum compensation for inmates participating in certain work programs.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Labor--Wages | PRISON LABOR
HB 3775 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the training requirements for a person appointed as a county jailer.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4143 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the amount of a fine and costs discharged by a defendant while confined in jail or engaged in labor.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 4169 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the criminal penalties for certain criminal offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 4311 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to an allotment under the public school finance system for certain students whose parent or legal guardian has been incarcerated.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance
HB 4448 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the use of unmanned aircraft.
House: State Affairs
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Aeronautics | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Law Enforcement | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4457 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the minimum number of county jailers necessary to staff a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement
HB 4468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to county jails and community mental health programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4510 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the use of restraints on a pregnant woman in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | RESTRAINTS | Women
HB 4559 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fierro, ArtSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to access to a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information for mental health service providers.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4566 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 4596 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to ensuring the continued provision of benefits under Medicaid and the supplemental nutrition assistance program for the children of individuals confined in a penal or correctional institution.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 174 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain duties of a sheriff regarding a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| AUDITOR, STATE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 303 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to providing free access to telephone services for persons confined in county jail pending trial.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | SHERIFFS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
SB 321 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 336 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to credit toward payment of a fine and costs for certain misdemeanants confined in jail or prison before sentencing.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 405 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the criminal offense of making a false report to a peace officer, federal special investigator, law enforcement employee, corrections officer, or jailer.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
SB 432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures for identifying or releasing on personal bond criminal defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
SB 461 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to providing certain discharged or released inmates with documentation to assist in obtaining employment.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 593 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to access to a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information for mental health service providers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1065 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to an application made by certain retired state and federal officers to obtain a license to carry a handgun; waiving a fee.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 1202 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to voting while confined in jail.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 1389 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the period for which a person may be committed to a facility or a jail-based or outpatient program for restoration of competency.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1570 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the effect of certain felony convictions of certain corrections employees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | Ethics | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Retirement Systems--General
SB 1675 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the administration of and certain procedures under the Title IV-D program for child support enforcement.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Family--Child Support
SB 1676 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the enforcement of child support.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Postponed
| ATTORNEY'S FEES | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Children's Insurance
SB 1700 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
SB 1846 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of restraints on a pregnant woman in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | RESTRAINTS | Women
SB 1879 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to firearms training for county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Weapons
SB 2103 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the repeal of a provision governing the operation of jail commissaries in certain counties.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
SB 2187 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the appointment of a compliance monitor to oversee certain county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 2191 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the confinement of a defendant pending trial and detention or placement of a juvenile offender.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--Trial | MAGISTRATES | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 2216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the reimbursement to a county for the costs of confining a person arrested under an out-of-county warrant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | County Government--General
SB 2555 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the presence of a spiritual leader during the execution of a person.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Religion
HB 12 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to individuals who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and who are or have been involved with the court system.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain body cavity searches conducted by a peace officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 161 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the child support obligation of an obligor during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 239 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to a report regarding the confinement of pregnant inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 255 85-0 (2017)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the offense involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises or property of certain recreational facilities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Religion | Weapons
HB 337 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance benefits, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | SHERIFFS
HB 342 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to notice provided to a court regarding certain defendants placed on state jail felony community supervision.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 418 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain duties of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding guidelines for the transportation of inmates by private vendors.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 472 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to judicial review of protective orders and the duration of those orders.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 553 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 562 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a committee formed to adopt a plan to deal with mental illness in the criminal justice system.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 618 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to certain notices and information about certain releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice that are provided to or made accessible to criminal justice agencies and to notification of an executive clemency recommendation by the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF
HB 638 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of unmanned aircraft over correctional facility or critical infrastructure facility.
House: Corrections
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Aeronautics | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 662 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to a credit toward payment of costs for a defendant confined in jail or other facility before sentencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 821 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the solicitation of pen pals by certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 853 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 865 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.Sponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to establishing a veterans services coordinator for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and a veterans reentry dorm program for certain state jail defendants confined by the department.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Military & Veterans
HB 965 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of a retail public water utility to require an operator of a correctional facility to comply with water conservation measures.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 980 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to reducing certain fees for a license to carry a handgun for county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Weapons
HB 1163 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to eligibility for membership and funding of benefits for certain law enforcement, custodial, and other peace officers.
House: Pensions
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 1215 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Political Subdivisions | Redistricting
HB 1287 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the electronic monitoring of certain defendants as an alternative to confinement.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1409 85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to reporting concerning certain inmates who are confined in county jails for misdemeanor offenses.
House: County Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | INTERNET | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 1412 85-0 (2017)
Author: Arévalo, Diana | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of medical assistance benefits for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 1421 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to a report by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice regarding inmate grievances.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUDITOR, STATE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1424 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities or sports venues; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Aeronautics | Amusements, Games, Sports | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement
HB 1550 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the reimbursement of certain costs of confinement.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1734 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
HB 1897 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2120 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to good conduct time earned by certain inmates and the consideration of release on parole for those inmates.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 2226 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to complaints filed against certain law enforcement officers, peace officers, detention officers, and county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2448 85-0 (2017)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the award of good conduct time to certain inmates.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 2451 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a proxy for a member of the legislature visiting a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature
HB 2702 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses and the confinement or release of those individuals prior to prosecution.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SANDRA BLAND ACT
HB 2913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the transfer and transportation from one facility to another of an individual under an emergency mental health detention.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3000 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the eligibility for medical assistance of certain persons with mental illness confined in certain facilities, certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness, and the creation of a grant program to reduce recidivism of persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 3001 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 3053 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the availability of certain dates of birth under the public information law.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Law Enforcement | Open Records
HB 3130 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the establishment of an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3132 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers and employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3161 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to a county jail-based restoration of competency program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 3269 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a protocol for contraband searches conducted by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice during extreme weather conditions.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONTRABAND | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3325 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a prohibition on placing juveniles in privately owned places of detention.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3428 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to minimum standards regarding the continuity of prescription medications for the care and treatment of county jail prisoners.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 3520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| CHILD ABUSE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3844 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the independent ombudsman for county jails.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN FOR COUNTY JAILS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4098 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to jail administrators in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Finance | County Government--General
HB 4117 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the provision of telemental health services to prisoners confined in county jails, including the creation of the county jail telemental health fund, and to certain rules and procedures relating to the safety of those prisoners.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Posting rule suspended
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4142 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to certain requirements of counties and other governmental entities regarding behavioral health.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Disabilities, Persons with | DRUG COURTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 4258 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study on mental health screening and treatment for certain inmates confined in county and municipal jails.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4259 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to training and standards applicable to the confinement of a female prisoner having a mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Women
SB 118 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the Internet broadcast of open meetings of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPETITIVE BIDDING | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | INTERNET | Open Meetings
SB 235 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
SB 257 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Dale, Tony
Relating to judicial review of protective orders and the duration of those orders.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
SB 264 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: White, James | et. al.
Relating to an application made by a peace officer, county jailer, or state correctional officer to obtain a license to carry a handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 332 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the electronic monitoring of certain defendants as an alternative to confinement.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 343 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of improper sexual activity with a person under supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual
SB 395 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of unmanned aircraft over correctional facility or critical infrastructure facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Corrections
| Aeronautics | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General
SB 485 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| AUDITOR, STATE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 523 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of unmanned aircraft over correctional facility or critical infrastructure facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Aeronautics | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement
SB 582 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
SB 677 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 767 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to accounting for costs incurred by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a result of the presence in this state of persons who are not lawfully present in the United States.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 901 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of unmanned aircraft over correctional facility or critical infrastructure facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Aeronautics | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | Hospitals | Law Enforcement
SB 925 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the facilitation of voting by persons confined in certain jails.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Early Voting | SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 984 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain duties of a sheriff regarding a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1011 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the establishment of an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1180 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers and employees killed in the line of duty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1183 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to the period for which a person may be committed to receive certain temporary mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 1326 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1332 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the availability of certain dates of birth under the public information law.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Law Enforcement | Open Records
SB 1366 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to eligibility for membership and funding of benefits for certain law enforcement, custodial, and other peace officers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 1612 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the solicitation of pen pals by certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 1676 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the veterans county service office.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1849 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, to the confinement, conviction, or release of those individuals, and to grants supporting populations that are more likely to interact frequently with law enforcement.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
| BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SANDRA BLAND ACT
SB 1913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the administrative, civil, and criminal consequences, including fines, fees, and costs, imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
SB 1977 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department to investigate and evaluate certain juvenile facilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 2135 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to services provided to veterans who have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony offense.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | Courts--General | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2236 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the independent ombudsman for county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN FOR COUNTY JAILS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2237 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to prescription medications for the care and treatment of inmates and prisoners in county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 144 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
HB 161 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 257 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to a judge's or justice's significant interest in a business entity that owns, manages, or operates a private correctional or rehabilitation facility.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Business & Commerce--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges
HB 305 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 307 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Burton, Konni
Relating to a study on the feasibility and potential costs and benefits of implementing a pay-for-performance contract program for certain criminal justice programs and services.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Interim Studies
HB 310 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the cost of confinement and imprisonment of persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for that cost.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Human Services--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 511 84-0 (2015)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses committed against a person in custody.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 549 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to certain duties of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding visitation periods for county jail prisoners.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 569 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to providing inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice with information regarding reentry and reintegration resources.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 634 84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the rights of a guardian of a person in the criminal justice system.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Criminal Procedure--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 714 84-0 (2015)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to certain bonuses offered to certain correctional officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 759 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the maximum cumulative period allowed for restoration of a defendant's competency to stand trial and to certain time credits awarded against that cumulative period.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Trial | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 875 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Military & Veterans | SHERIFFS | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 890 84-0 (2015)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to reducing certain fees for a license to carry a concealed handgun for county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Weapons
HB 904 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of certain inmates to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice following pronouncement of the inmate's sentence.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
HB 1015 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to notice provided to a court regarding certain defendants placed on state jail felony community supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1083 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to a mental health assessment of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1084 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding inmates and the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1140 84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the confinement of pregnant prisoners in county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SHERIFFS | Women
HB 1141 84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to reports regarding the use of restraints on pregnant prisoners in county jails.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | RESTRAINTS | Women
HB 1211 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the provision of medical care to inmates confined by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General
HB 1423 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the authority of certain counties to contract with a private vendor for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--General | SHERIFFS
HB 1528 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the provision of services to certain HIV-infected individuals.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--AIDS | Human Services--General
HB 1546 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1586 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the operation and administration of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and its facilities, to the operation of post-adjudication secure correctional facilities for juvenile offenders, and to the commitment and placement of juvenile offenders.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1587 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to disclosing certain information about each substance used to execute a person convicted of capital murder.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1595 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to testing certain defendants or confined persons for communicable diseases.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1810 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, HelenSponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the sale of prison-made products to certain persons.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on intent calendar
| Business & Commerce--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | State Employees
HB 1855 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, ToniSponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to training, continuing education, and weapons proficiency standards for correctional officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 1908 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the continuity of care for offenders with mental impairments.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2189 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a developmentally disabled offender program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | RADFORD CROCKER MEMORIAL ACT
HB 2448 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to examine the state jail system within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2523 84-0 (2015)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
HB 2597 84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2616 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to procedures related to juvenile justice proceedings; increasing the punishment for certain delinquent conduct.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Juvenile Boards & Officers | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2640 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the cost of confinement and imprisonment of persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for that cost.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Human Services--General
HB 2788 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of a retail public water utility to require an operator of a correctional facility to comply with water conservation measures.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 2923 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the conditions of confinement of children prior to certain judicial proceedings.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2977 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
| City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MARRIAGE LICENSES
HB 3277 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the authority of the office of independent ombudsman with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department in regard to juveniles in custody in certain facilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3303 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the Office of the Independent Oversight Ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3388 84-0 (2015)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3726 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to establishing a veterans services coordinator for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and a veterans rehabilitation dorm program for certain state jail defendants confined by the department.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 3798 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to providing financial assistance to certain survivors of an inmate who died as a result of a traffic accident that occurred while the inmate was being transported by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or a person under contract with the department.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| ACCIDENTS | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 3799 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the expunction of certain drug-related offenses following successful treatment and rehabilitation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4007 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to procedures applicable to a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision and charged with certain new offenses or an administrative violation of a condition of release.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--Finance | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 99 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the supervised reentry into the community of certain inmates nearing their date of discharge from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 126 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the release of certain inmates on medically recommended intensive supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies
SB 183 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the offenses of the violation of civil rights of and improper sexual activity with individuals in custody; imposing a criminal penalty.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 231 84-0 (2015)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain duties of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding visitation periods for county jail prisoners.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 417 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the eligibility of certain persons to participate in a drug court program.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--General | DRUG COURTS | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
SB 509 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses committed against a person in custody.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
SB 578 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to providing inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice with information regarding reentry and reintegration resources.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
SB 589 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 696 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 890 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to restricting the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for certain inmates.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 891 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the operations of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, including conditions of confinement of certain inmates and required training for correctional officers employed by the department.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1129 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the transportation of a person with a mental illness.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RESTRAINTS | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 1149 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to the commitment of certain juveniles to local post-adjudication secure correctional facilities in certain counties and to the release under supervision of those juveniles.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1158 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to a county jail sales and use tax; authorizing a tax.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | County Government--General | SULPHUR RIVER | Taxation--Sales
SB 1326 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the maximum cumulative period allowed for restoration of a defendant's competency to stand trial and to certain time credits awarded against that cumulative period.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Trial | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1477 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the continuity of care and service program for offenders with mental impairments.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1547 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to reducing certain fees for a license to carry a concealed handgun for county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Weapons
SB 1704 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the transfer of certain inmates to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice following pronouncement of the inmate's sentence.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
SB 1762 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the provision of medical care to inmates confined by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General
SB 1777 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
SB 1887 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the period for which a defendant with an intellectual disability who is found incompetent to stand trial may be civilly committed before the court holds a hearing to determine whether the defendant's release is appropriate.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | RIO GRANDE STATE CENTER
SB 1888 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a requirement that a county report the number of certain persons with mental illness detained in that county's jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 37 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to ensuring the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Human Services--Medical Assistance | SHERIFFS
HB 62 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to a justice or judge having an interest in a business entity that owns, manages, or operates a private correctional or rehabilitation facility.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges
HB 177 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 329 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Redistricting
HB 370 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Registration & Suffrage
HB 529 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the detention of juveniles pending criminal trial.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 634 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the verification of an inmate's veteran status by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Military & Veterans
HB 684 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Redistricting
HB 686 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding inmates and the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 797 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to certain written information the Windham School District must provide to a person before the person enrolls in a district vocational training program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 799 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to vocational training programs provided by the Windham School District.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 877 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Oversight Committee.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 968 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice inmate grievance system.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
HB 978 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transportation of certain patients to a mental health facility.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1070 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the expunction of certain alcohol- and drug-related offenses following successful treatment and rehabilitation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS
HB 1266 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a review of and report regarding the use of adult and juvenile administrative segregation in facilities in this state.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADULT & JUVENILE ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION TASK FORCE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Governor | Legislature
HB 1541 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to a study on recidivism rates for certain juveniles committed to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Interim Studies | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 1543 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility for reappointment of the independent ombudsman of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the authority of the independent ombudsman in regard to juveniles in custody in certain facilities other than the department's facilities.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1544 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the authority of a county to contract with a private vendor for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--General
HB 1992 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of certain inmates to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice following pronouncement of the inmate's sentence.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
HB 2053 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to temporarily holding certain arrested persons in municipal jails.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 2239 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to evaluating the adequacy of education provided to children in county jails.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2289 83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four"
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Windham School District and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles and the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | MANAGED CARE | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | REENTRY TASK FORCE | Sunset--Commission Bills | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 2349 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to a jail-based restoration of competency pilot program.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Insanity Defense | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2398 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to a study of and report regarding Texas Department of Criminal Justice visitation policies.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2417 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the procedures applicable to state jail felony community supervision and to the punishment prescribed for certain state jail felonies.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | DEFERRED ADJUDICATION | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | MARIHUANA
HB 2454 83-0 (2013)
Author: Frank, JamesSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to reimbursement of health care services rendered by a health care provider for an inmate of a county jail or another county correctional facility.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health Care Providers | Hospitals | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 2579 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses committed against a person in custody.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual
HB 2598 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to AIDS, HIV, and hepatitis education and testing for inmates, state jail defendants, and employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEPATITIS
HB 2625 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to disease management practices of local mental health authorities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2634 83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the satisfaction of a condition of community supervision requiring performance of community service.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GIFTS & DONATIONS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2652 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to providing inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice with information regarding reentry and reintegration resources.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 2678 83-0 (2013)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses committed against a person in custody.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 2679 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to permitting an alternative plea for a defendant detained in jail pending trial for a Class C misdemeanor.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 2719 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to collecting and reporting information concerning inmates who have been in the conservatorship of a state agency responsible for providing child protective services and concerning inmate parole, reentry, and integration.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | INTERNET | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2734 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to the establishment of the Texas State Jail Committee to study and make recommendations concerning the state jail system.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2811 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to programs provided by volunteer and faith-based organizations to inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 2847 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to the composition of the Texas Council on Purchasing from People with Disabilities and certain contract requirements for political subdivisions of this state.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COUNCIL ON PURCHASING FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, TEXAS | Disabilities, Persons with | Political Subdivisions | Purchasing--Local | Purchasing--State
HB 2877 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the applicability of the Texas Theft Liability Act to certain claims by inmates for lost, damaged, or confiscated property.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Property Interests--Personal Property
HB 3004 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 3055 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to minimum jail standards for county jails.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3191 83-0 (2013)
Author: Otto, John
Relating to the Correctional Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Law Enforcement | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 3248 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the use of jail commissary proceeds in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Purchasing--Local | SHERIFFS
HB 3406 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to creating an offense for persons imprisoned or confined in correctional facilities to threaten to harm certain other persons by certain means of communication.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Legislature | State Officers
HB 3420 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lavender, George
Relating to the carrying of firearms by certain off-duty employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the carrying of a handgun by a license holder in certain locations; authorizing a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Weapons
HB 3531 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to establishing a peer education program for offenders in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--General | LITERACY | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 3533 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to notifying the next of kin of a person confined in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of a change in the person's eligibility to receive visitors.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3793 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to powers, duties, and services of entities serving counties and county residents.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
| BORDER | BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICAID | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 36 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Safety | SHERIFFS
SB 213 83-0 (2013)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Walter "Four"
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Windham School District and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles and the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | MANAGED CARE | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | REENTRY TASK FORCE | Sunset--Commission Bills | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
SB 254 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the satisfaction of a condition of community supervision requiring performance of community service.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GIFTS & DONATIONS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 368 83-0 (2013)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the release by a sheriff of certain defendants to an electronic monitoring or house arrest program.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | SHERIFFS
SB 527 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the detention by local law enforcement agencies of certain persons subject to federal immigration detainers.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | IMMIGRATION LAW | Law Enforcement
SB 688 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the transfer of certain inmates to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice following pronouncement of the inmate's sentence.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
SB 991 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the release of certain inmates on medically recommended intensive supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1003 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a review of and report regarding the use of adult and juvenile administrative segregation in facilities in this state.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADULT & JUVENILE ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION TASK FORCE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Governor | Legislature
SB 1173 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: White, James
Relating to procedures for the sentencing and placement on community supervision of defendants charged with the commission of a state jail felony.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1313 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Otto, John
Relating to the Correctional Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Law Enforcement | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
SB 1357 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the use of administrative segregation or seclusion in county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1475 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to a jail-based restoration of competency pilot program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1522 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the procedures applicable to the revocation of a person's release on parole or to mandatory supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MAGISTRATES | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1562 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the applicability of the public information law to certain nongovernmental entities involved in law enforcement and corrections.
Senate: Open Government
Referred to Open Government
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | Open Records
SB 1717 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the authority of the office of independent ombudsman with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department in regard to juveniles in custody in facilities other than juvenile justice facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1753 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to ensuring the continuation of medical assistance benefits for individuals after release or discharge from certain facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1802 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding inmates and the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
SB 1839 83-0 (2013)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the detention of certain juvenile offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1912 83-0 (2013)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to disease management practices of local mental health authorities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SCR 37 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1003.
Received by the Secretary of the Senate
| ADULT & JUVENILE ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION TASK FORCE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Resolutions--Corrective
HB 46 83-1 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
Filed
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--General | Redistricting
HB 167 82-0 (2011)
Author: Raymond, Richard PenaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transportation of certain mental health patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 383 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to allowing a surrogate decision-maker to consent to certain medical treatments on behalf of an inmate of a correctional facility.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Malpractice--Professionals | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | PHYSICIANS | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts | SURROGATE CONSENT
HB 517 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the modification or enforcement of a child support order during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 684 82-0 (2011)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 694 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of certain inmates who complete a rehabilitation program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 778 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the execution of lawful process by county jailers.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
HB 875 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the identification of certain defendants as foreign nationals who were not lawfully admitted to the United States or whose lawful status has expired and to their release on bail.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 934 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1073 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to discharging or releasing inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice from regional release facilities.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1128 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, JoseSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates.
House: Public Health Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Malpractice--Professionals | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 1227 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Redistricting
Referred to Redistricting
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD | Redistricting
HB 1381 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the service of civil process on an inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PROCESS SERVERS
HB 1418 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to inmate litigation.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Appellate
HB 1566 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the authority of counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | PHYSICIANS
HB 1567 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the authority of certain counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | PHYSICIANS
HB 1599 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the sale of prison-made products to nonprofit organizations.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PRISON LABOR
HB 1738 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for medical assistance on confinement in, placement in, detention in, or commitment to and release from certain facilities and other settings.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 1763 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the timely transfer of certain inmates from county jails to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Meeting cancelled
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1879 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the use of money appropriated out of the general revenue fund for the provision of postsecondary educational programs to persons confined or imprisoned in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1908 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain providers of correctional health care.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Health Care Providers | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | PHYSICIANS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 2004 82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the sale of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 2005 82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the exchange of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 2072 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of a county to contract with a private organization for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | SHERIFFS
HB 2143 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the conditions of community service of certain offenders and the reentry and reintegration of offenders released or discharged from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Meeting cancelled
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2239 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the minimum number of county jailers necessary to staff a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement
HB 2348 82-0 (2011)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to certain standards applicable to certain prisoners confined in a county jail pending transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 2352 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain inmates for release to mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2354 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the installation and use of a pen register, ESN reader, trap and trace device, mobile tracking device, or similar equipment in a correctional facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 2446 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the release of confidential physician-patient communications in certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | MEDICAL RECORDS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | Protection of Personal Information
HB 2524 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cain, Erwin
Relating to the criminal offenses for which and the circumstances under which certain communication devices may be detected and communications may be intercepted.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Weapons | WIRETAPPING
HB 2569 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to county contracts with private entities for jail facilities; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--General | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2649 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 2689 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain inmates entering certain pleas by mail or certain secure electronic transmissions.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | POSTAL SERVICE
HB 2844 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the supervision of certain people convicted of a criminal offense and to the organization and operation of certain correctional entities.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--General | Intergovernmental Relations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2845 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the authority of a judge to impose a period of confinement in a county jail for a violation of a condition of community supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--Judges | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 2930 82-0 (2011)
Author: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to contracting for and making purchases with proceeds from a commissary for the use of inmates in the jails of certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Purchasing--Local
HB 2945 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the promotion of efficiencies in and the administration of certain district court and county services and functions.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--General | Courts--Juries | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Elections--Administration | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | TELECONFERENCING
HB 3107 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to notification to the United States Social Security Administration of the release of certain prisoners from county jails.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Human Services--Direct Assistance | SHERIFFS
HB 3239 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the testing of certain inmates for all types of Hepatitis.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEPATITIS
HB 3250 82-0 (2011)
Author: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to the operation of a jail commissary in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 3281 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the containment of costs incurred in the correctional health care system.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | State Finances--Appropriations | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 3305 82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3366 82-0 (2011)
Author: White, James
Relating to the placement of certain state jail felons on community supervision.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3379 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shelton, Mark
Relating to the appointment of members of the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee, and the authority of the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee to direct the allocation of legislative appropriations for the purpose of providing health care to the persons confined by the department.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | State Finances--Management & Control | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 3386 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the supervision of certain people convicted of a criminal offense and to the organization and operation of certain correctional entities.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3401 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of the Commission on Jail Standards and addressing mental health issues in jail.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 3459 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the containment of costs incurred in the correctional health care system.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 3617 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to abolishing the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, the Commission on Jail Standards, and the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education and transferring certain of the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Public Safety Licensing Commission.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | PUBLIC SAFETY LICENSING COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3657 82-0 (2011)
Author: Otto, John
Relating to the collection of certain fees by the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 3728 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the composition of and powers and duties of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3759 82-0 (2011)
Author: White, James
Relating to the criminal offenses for which and the circumstances under which certain communication devices may be detected and communications may be intercepted.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Weapons | WIRETAPPING
HB 3761 82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to the treatment of and services provided to certain inmates in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, to the provision of medical care to inmates in the custody of the department, to the release of inmates on parole and other forms of supervised release, and to certain other matters affecting the department.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3764 82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding inmates and the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3766 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the use of proceeds from a county jail's commissary operation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HCR 170 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3459.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Resolutions--Corrective | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HCR 171 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3459.
Filed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Resolutions--Corrective | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
SB 44 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 382 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 604 82-0 (2011)
Author: RodrÃguez, JoséSponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi | et. al.
Relating to the execution of lawful process by county jailers.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
SB 856 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Malpractice--Professionals | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 883 82-0 (2011)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to awarding credit to an inmate for certain time between release on and revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
SB 884 82-0 (2011)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the retention of good conduct time by an inmate whose release on parole or to mandatory supervision is revoked.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GOOD CONDUCT TIME | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 954 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of certain counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | PHYSICIANS
SB 955 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | PHYSICIANS
SB 1014 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1071 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the exchange of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
SB 1072 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the sale of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
SB 1209 82-0 (2011)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the detention of certain juvenile offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1233 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the promotion of efficiencies in and the administration of certain district court and county services and functions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Agriculture | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Finance | County Government--General | Courts--Juries | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Elections--Administration | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELECONFERENCING
SB 1259 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for medical assistance on confinement in, placement in, detention in, or commitment to and release from certain facilities and other settings.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance
SB 1522 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the entering of a plea in a criminal case by a defendant confined in a penal institution.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems
SB 1683 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the eligibility of certain inmates for release on mandatory supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1687 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to information on turnover among licensed jailers at jails under the jurisdiction of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1698 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to reporting concerning inmates who are confined in county jails and subject to federal immigration detainers.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, US | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1832 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to notice to inmates and their attorneys of lethal substance or substances to be used in lethal injection.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Capital Punishment
HB 26 82-1 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the containment of costs incurred in the correctional health care system and to studies regarding delivery of health care services by certain nurses.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 93 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the reinstatement of good conduct time suspended during a term of imprisonment.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 94 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, TerriSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the application of laws awarding credit to an inmate for time between release on and subsequent revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 137 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Relating to compensatory time accrued by a correctional officer employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| COMPENSATORY TIME | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Employees
HB 138 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to a salary career ladder for correctional officers.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 285 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the use of tobacco products and cigarettes on property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Tobacco Products
HB 452 81-0 (2009)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--General
HB 483 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 518 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to programs to provide student loan repayment assistance for certain correctional officers, for certain speech-language pathologists and audiologists, and for certain mathematics and science teachers.
House: Corrections Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
| AUDIOLOGISTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 672 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Redistricting
HB 944 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to in-prison geriatric communities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 950 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the modification or enforcement of a child support order during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 1048 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the number of counties or municipalities necessary to establish a regional drug court program.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | DRUG COURTS
HB 1225 81-0 (2009)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the establishment, operation, or change in use or capacity of certain community residential facilities or correctional or rehabilitation facilities.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 1481 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to certain offenses regarding the possession or use of a cellular telephone by an inmate or defendant in a correctional or detention facility and to the detection and monitoring of that possession or use.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 1711 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to establish a comprehensive reentry and reintegration plan for offenders released or discharged from a correctional facility.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1714 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of a county to contract with a private entity for jail facilities.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 1721 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to taking or attempting to take a weapon from an employee or official of a correctional facility.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | Weapons
HB 1728 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the authority of the inspector general of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to issue administrative subpoenas for certain communications records.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE | SUBPOENAS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 1868 81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to distribution of sexual barrier protection devices to inmates and state jail defendants confined in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the testing of certain inmates for HIV.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CONDOMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS
HB 1899 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of certain inmates who complete a rehabilitation program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1914 81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to abolishing the Private Sector Prison Industries Oversight Authority and to the certification and operation of private sector prison industries programs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Labor--Workforce Development | PRIVATE SECTOR PRISON INDUSTRIES OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1958 81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al | et. al.
Relating to the release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of certain inmates who complete a rehabilitation program.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2161 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to a personal identification certificate or driver's license issued to present or former inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2162 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Reentry Policy Task Force to review corrections policies, programs, and procedures for inmates released into the community.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | REENTRY POLICY TASK FORCE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2246 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the ratio of correctional officers to prisoners in a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
HB 2269 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Labor--Management Relations | Law Enforcement
HB 2289 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to discharging or releasing inmates from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice at or near certain department facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2324 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to authorizing the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to sell certain real property for municipal airport expansion.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| AIRPORTS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Transportation--Aviation
HB 2371 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the forfeiture of an inmate's good conduct time as a result of filing certain motions for forensic DNA testing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--General | DNA | FORENSIC TESTING | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 2415 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to the enforcement of a court order requiring an inmate imprisoned in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to pay child support.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Support
HB 2618 81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to school district reporting of students placed in disciplinary alternative education programs or expelled from school.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
HB 2791 81-0 (2009)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to the authority of certain county jail guards to carry firearms.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Weapons
HB 2816 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the deduction of membership fees for correctional employee organizations from a state employee's salary.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LABOR UNIONS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 2818 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the use of videoconferencing in certain proceedings involving inmates confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 2855 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the inclusion of an incarcerated person in the population data used for redistricting according to the person's last residence before incarceration.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Redistricting
HB 2933 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to requiring certain criminal defendants to make payments to the compensation to victims of crime fund.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in subcommittee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crime Victims Compensation | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 3055 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the racial and ethnic classification of individuals confined in the criminal and juvenile justice systems.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | DISCRIMINATION
HB 3205 81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al
Relating to the creation of DNA records for the DNA database system.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | DNA
HB 3228 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the offense of prohibited substances and items in correctional facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Weapons
HB 3247 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of a county to contract with a private organization for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 3372 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain inmates entering certain pleas by mail or certain secure electronic transmissions.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | TELECONFERENCING
HB 3392 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Sunset Bills
HB 3438 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hodge, TerriSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to authorizing the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to convey certain real property to the City of Dallas in exchange for comparable property.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | DALLAS, CITY OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 3439 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to the development and use of an inmate skills development assessment instrument by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General
HB 3497 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the career ladder for certain prison industry workers.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
HB 3649 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to a policy regarding the receipt of books by mail by an inmate in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3653 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to the use of restraints to control the movement of pregnant women and female children confined in certain correctional facilities in this state.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | RESTRAINTS | Safety | Women
HB 3654 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to certain duties of and reports submitted to the Commission on Jail Standards regarding county jail inmates who are pregnant.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 3663 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the places and conditions of detention for certain juvenile offenders.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3671 81-0 (2009)
Author: Sheffield, RalphSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the documents that are required for the transfer of a defendant from a county to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3721 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon
Relating to the training and certification of certain members or former members of the military as correctional officers.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Military & Veterans
HB 3903 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon
Relating to county contracts with private entities for jail facilities; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--General | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 3976 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to procedures for certain persons charged with certain new offenses or an administrative violation of a condition of release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on parole or to mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | MAGISTRATES | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3991 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a one-time retention bonus for certain classified state employees.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Labor--Wages | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 4058 81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to creating an offense for persons imprisoned or confined in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to use the mail to harm or threaten to harm certain other persons.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | POSTAL SERVICE
HB 4252 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to certain inmates entering certain pleas by mail or certain secure electronic transmissions.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Subcommittee members named
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Civil Procedure | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
HB 4485 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the identification of certain defendants as foreign nationals who were not lawfully admitted to the United States or whose lawful status has expired and to their release on bail.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
HB 4538 81-0 (2009)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the rendering of a judgment and sentence in the absence of certain defendants charged with certain misdemeanors.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 4606 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to regulation contracts for operation of jails or correctional facilities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
HB 4684 81-0 (2009)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to state prisoners in a county jail.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 32 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 137 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Early Voting | Elections--General
SB 425 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to develop and use an operations manual for maintaining certain environmental conditions inside certain confinement facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
SB 633 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the number of counties or municipalities necessary to establish a regional drug court program.
House: Corrections Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | DRUG COURTS
SB 831 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain directions given to state jail felons at the time of discharge from a state jail felony facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Administration | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
SB 919 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| COMMUNITY SERVICE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
SB 976 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to distribution of sexual barrier protection devices to inmates and state jail defendants confined in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CONDOMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1009 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/09
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Sunset Bills
SB 1149 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Charlie
Relating to authorizing the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to sell certain real property for municipal airport expansion.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| AIRPORTS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Transportation--Aviation
SB 1169 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to abolishing the Private Sector Prison Industries Oversight Authority and to the certification and operation of private sector prison industries programs.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Labor--Workforce Development | PRIVATE SECTOR PRISON INDUSTRIES OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1206 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Edwards, Al
Relating to the release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of certain inmates who complete a rehabilitation program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1321 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to discharging or releasing inmates from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice at or near certain department facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 1401 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to taking or attempting to take a weapon from an employee or official of a correctional facility that is operated by a county or municipality.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | Weapons
SB 1509 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the Correctional Facility Capacity Commission.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CORRECTIONAL FACILITY CAPACITY COMMISSION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1653 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the deduction of membership fees for correctional employee organizations from a state employee's salary.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LABOR UNIONS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
SB 1680 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to voter approval for certain contracts between political subdivisions and private entities relating to correctional facilities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| BONDS | City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--General | Political Subdivisions
SB 1690 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain correctional facilities that house only federal prisoners.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
SB 1786 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to establish a comprehensive reentry and reintegration plan for offenders released or discharged from a correctional facility.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1844 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to revenue received from the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crime Victims Compensation | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
SB 1847 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of services to a wrongfully imprisoned person who is discharged from a correctional facility.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
SB 1949 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the provision of crime victims' compensation to juvenile offenders who are victims of criminally injurious conduct.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crime Victims Compensation | Minors--Crimes Against
SB 1977 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the ratio of correctional officers to prisoners in a county jail.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
SB 2176 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the timely transfer of inmates from certain county jails to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2304 81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the amount of hazardous duty pay for certain employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Salaries & Expenses
SB 2309 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Labor--Management Relations | Law Enforcement
SB 2584 81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the reporting of certain felons incarcerated in Texas jails to federal authorities.
House: Corrections Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
SCR 21 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, Craig
Urging the Texas congressional delegation to take action to prohibit the use of federal funds to transfer enemy combatants detained at Guantanamo Bay to any facility in Texas or to build or modify facilities for any such enemy combatants in the state.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Referred to Veteran Affairs & Military Instal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | GUANTANAMO BAY DETENTION FACILITIES | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
HB 43 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 44 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the restoration of good conduct time forfeited during a term of imprisonment.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 45 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the use of tobacco products and cigarettes on property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Tobacco Products
HB 46 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the application of laws awarding credit to an inmate for time between release on and subsequent revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 47 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the provision of educational services to certain inmates imprisoned in the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 168 80-0 (2007)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the efficient use by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of county jail beds provided by contract between the department and counties.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 198 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the capacity of certain correctional facilities operated under contracts between the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and a private vendor or county commissioners court.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 199 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to a residential infant care program for mothers confined in Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 221 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 281 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to state funding of the Windham School District.
House: Corrections
Postponed
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--School Districts | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 282 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the applicability of certain certification requirements to the superintendent of the Windham School District.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 315 80-0 (2007)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Relating to the career ladder for certain prison industry workers.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | State Employees
HB 409 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to requiring certain inmates to receive a high school equivalency certificate before their release or as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | GED & HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY EXAMINATIONS
HB 427 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of certain crimes occurring in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or Texas Youth Commission.
House: Corrections
Reported favorably as substituted
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Minors--Juvenile Justice | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 428 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the authority of the inspector general of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to issue administrative subpoenas for certain communication records.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE | SUBPOENAS
HB 429 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to a study of the expenses of health care for certain elderly inmates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 431 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the release of a defendant convicted of a state jail felony on medically recommended intensive supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAI | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 432 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of the sale of prison-produced articles or products.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous
HB 433 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to disclosure by the inspector general of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of the identifying information of victims of sex offenses who are confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the department.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE
HB 435 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the detection and monitoring of a cellular telephone in the possession of or used by an inmate or state jail defendant.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 530 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the operation and funding of drug court programs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | DRUG COURTS
HB 608 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to access to television by inmates confined by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in death row segregation.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | TELEVISION
HB 728 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the use of unsworn declarations and certifications.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | OATHS
HB 763 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to in-prison geriatric communities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in subcommittee
| Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 780 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the modification or enforcement of a child support order during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 905 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to verifying the immigration status of certain defendants confined in correctional facilities.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
HB 927 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to a court's jurisdiction to suspend the sentence imposed for a felony and place the defendant on community supervision.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 942 80-0 (2007)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Early Voting
HB 1061 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to confinement in county jail of a defendant awaiting transfer to a community corrections facility or a substance abuse treatment facility.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1068 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to distribution of condoms to inmates and state jail defendants confined in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CONDOMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1159 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the testing of certain inmates for HIV or AIDS.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS
HB 1276 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to the testing of certain inmates for HIV or AIDS.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS
HB 1354 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to housing conditions for inmates confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 1509 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to judicial discretion with respect to presentence evaluations concerning certain sex offenders and to conditions of community supervision based on those evaluations.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1511 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the punishment for criminal offenses involving secure correctional facility property or committed by persons confined in secure correctional facilities.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1514 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to presentence or postsentence investigations or reports and to certain conditions of community supervision based on those investigations or reports.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1515 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the eligibility of persons convicted of a state jail felony to participate in the state boot camp program.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BOOT CAMPS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1770 80-0 (2007)
Author: Noriega, Rick
Relating to housing and medical care for pregnant inmates, or female inmates who have an infant, confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in subcommittee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 1780 80-0 (2007)
Author: Harless, PatriciaSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the audit of a county jail's commissary operations.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | County Government--General
HB 1875 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the operation and funding of drug court programs.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | DRUG COURTS | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1888 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat | et. al.
Relating to the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1944 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the elimination of sexual assault against inmates confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crime Prevention | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 2053 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | Sunset Bills
HB 2100 80-0 (2007)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to medical facilities for inmates released on medically recommended intensive supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2244 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the ratio of correctional officers to prisoners in a county jail.
House: Corrections
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | SHERIFFS
HB 2304 80-0 (2007)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to taking or attempting to take a weapon from an employee or official of a correctional facility that is operated by a county or municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Weapons
HB 2356 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to a performance audit by the comptroller of the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee and its health care provider contracts.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health Care Providers | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2389 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the right of a minor in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to consent to medical, dental, psychological, and surgical treatment.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2497 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to compensatory time accrued by a correctional officer employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| COMPENSATORY TIME | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Employees
HB 2498 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to hazardous duty pay for correctional officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 2499 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to a salary career ladder for correctional officers.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Salaries & Expenses
HB 2526 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Center for Correctional Public Health and Health Promotion.
House: Corrections
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| CENTER FOR CORRECTIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH PROMOTION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--General
HB 2566 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Carona, John
Relating to a document or instrument filed by an inmate with a court concerning real or personal property.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Courts--Personnel | Property Interests--General
HB 2611 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for medically recommended intensive supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAI | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 2673 80-0 (2007)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Law Enforcement
HB 2699 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the creation of special monitors for the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: Corrections
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 2871 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the creation and administration of the chemical dependency counselor undergraduate and graduate education scholarship program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | SCHOLARSHIPS
HB 2990 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to use of certain electronic monitoring technology in certain correctional facilities by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Science & Technology
HB 3010 80-0 (2007)
Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 3034 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to merit pay for certain qualified professionals employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or the Texas Youth Commission.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3286 80-0 (2007)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to offender education facilitation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
HB 3304 80-0 (2007)
Author: Peña, Aaron
Relating to certain correctional facilities that house only federal prisoners.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 3383 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to procedures regarding certain criminal defendants who are or may be persons with mental illness or mental retardation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Insanity Defense | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 3636 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the appointment of an attorney to represent an indigent defendant who is in the custody of a correctional facility of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or another related correctional facility.
House: Corrections
Reported favorably as substituted
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES
HB 3637 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the administration of Project RIO (Reintegration of Offenders).
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 3639 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to an independent office of Inspector General to investigate abuse in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or the Texas Youth Commission.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF | Minors--Juvenile Justice | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 3653 80-0 (2007)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to contracts between the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and private vendors for the use of inmate labor to construct fences along the Texas-Mexico border.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | BORDER | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Labor--Workforce Development
HCR 177 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Granting Michael "Ricky" Spencer and Mary Walker permission to sue the State of Texas and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Suits vs. State | SPENCER, MICHAEL "RICKY" | WALKER, MARY
HR 2893 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 909.
Reported enrolled
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Sunset Bills
SB 185 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to authorizing the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to contract with a private vendor for certain correctional facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MEXICO | Purchasing--State
SB 261 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 302 80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Pierson, Paula
Relating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
SB 453 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to the testing of certain inmates for HIV or AIDS.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS
SB 672 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to distribution of sexual barrier protection devices to inmates and state jail defendants confined in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CONDOMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 838 80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the revocation or modification of parole or mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
SB 839 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the exchange of information among agencies related to the Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical or Mental Impairments and the agencies responsible for continuity of care for offenders in the criminal justice system who are physically disabled, terminally ill, or significantly ill; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAI | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 909 80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee, and to the functions of the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | Sunset Bills
SB 946 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Elections--Administration | Elections--Early Voting
SB 1175 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of sexual assault against inmates confined in a facility operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL ASSAULT
SB 1279 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to procedures occurring after a determination of a defendant's incompetency to stand trial.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--County & Statutory | Criminal Procedure--Insanity Defense | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1428 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to the arrest and commitment of certain individuals arrested under a warrant issued because of a violation of the conditions of parole.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
SB 1580 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Haggerty, Pat | et. al.
Relating to the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 1763 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the ratio of correctional officers to prisoners in a county jail.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | SHERIFFS
SR 1203 80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 909.
Reported enrolled
| CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Sunset Bills
HB 43 79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to conduct a mandatory human immunodeficiency virus test on certain inmates and state jail felons.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--AIDS
HB 129 79-0 (2005)
Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for a nonprofit organization or a cemetery maintained by the county.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Cemeteries | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR
HB 138 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the amount of hazardous duty pay for certain state employees.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 196 79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the introduction or possession of certain items in a jail; creating an offense.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONTRABAND | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 440 79-0 (2005)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the modification or enforcement of a child support order during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 448 79-0 (2005)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to in-prison geriatric communities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in subcommittee
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General
HB 508 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for a nonprofit organization.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR
HB 549 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to prohibiting the introduction of certain items in correctional facilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| CONTRABAND | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 562 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the career ladder for certain prison industry workers.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | State Employees
HB 574 79-0 (2005)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 575 79-0 (2005)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the operation of community supervision and corrections departments and to the early release of a defendant from community supervision.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 640 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to peace officers commissioned and employed to perform duties at correctional facilities.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 642 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the training required for certain county jailers.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 845 79-0 (2005)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to certain standards applicable to the temporary confinement of certain inmates in holding areas located in county facilities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COUNTY COURTHOUSES | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 858 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the issuance of a marriage license to applicants who are unable to personally appear before the county clerk.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/05
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Family--Marriage Relationship | Military & Veterans
HB 1093 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the eligibility of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for medically recommended intensive supervision.
House: Corrections
Postponed
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAI | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1095 79-0 (2005)
Author: Menendez, JoseSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the offense of harassment by persons in certain correctional facilities and to creating the offense of harassment of public servant.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | HARASSMENT | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1168 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to community supervision and corrections departments and to the immunity of certain judges for administrative acts in connection with those departments.
House: Judiciary
Referred to Judiciary
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--General | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1290 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to imposing a cost on conviction to reimburse counties for medical expenses incurred by jail inmates.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 1326 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hope, Ruben | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to community supervision and corrections departments and to the immunity of certain judges for administrative acts in connection with those departments.
House: Judiciary Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--Judges
HB 1365 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the provision of security and communication technology service to inmates and defendants confined in facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Withdrawn from schedule
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Purchasing--State
HB 1383 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to a study of the expenses of health care for certain elderly inmates.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 1421 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the restoration of good conduct time forfeited during a term of imprisonment.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 1422 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the use of tobacco products and cigarettes on property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Tobacco Products
HB 1423 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the duration of the placement of an inmate in administrative segregation at the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1424 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to certain writs of habeas corpus based solely on a claim of a time-served credit error.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | HABEAS CORPUS
HB 1470 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the collection of certain administrative fees by a community supervision and corrections department.
House: Judiciary Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 1492 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to work-related exposure to a reportable disease.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1495 79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to certain standards applicable to certain inmates confined in a county jail pending transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | SHERIFFS
HB 1529 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the provision of educational services to certain inmates imprisoned in the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1530 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the provision of telephone service to inmates and defendants confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 1635 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to a residential infant care program for mothers confined in Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1653 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the approval, certification, and oversight of the private sector prison industries program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR | PRIVATE SECTOR PRISON INDUSTRIES OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY
HB 1681 79-0 (2005)
Author: McCall, BrianSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the imposition of sanctions on an inmate who refuses to cooperate in the taking of a sample or specimen to create a DNA record.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | DNA | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 1707 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to county jail population reports.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 1759 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keel, TerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility for jury-recommended community supervision and to the conditions of community supervision for certain defendants convicted of state jail felonies.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Weapons
HB 1760 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to facilities requirements for county jails.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 1782 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the authority of the inspector general of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to issue administrative subpoenas for certain communication records.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | SUBPOENAS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 1783 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the submission of certain pleas and waivers by closed circuit video teleconferencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Criminal Procedure--General | TELECONFERENCING
HB 1841 79-0 (2005)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the efficient use by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice of county jail beds provided by contract between the department and counties.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1858 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the prosecution, treatment, and rehabilitation of certain sex offenders.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1896 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the application of laws awarding credit to an inmate for time between release on and subsequent revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1918 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the interagency exchange of information regarding certain offenders with special needs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1928 79-0 (2005)
Author: Moreno, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the reimbursement of medical expenses incurred by county jailers and detention officers exposed to certain contagious diseases.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS
HB 2036 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the regulation of sex offender treatment providers and the treatment of sex offenders; providing a penalty.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 2057 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to distribution of condoms in state prisons and jails.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CONDOMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2077 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the prohibition of wireless communications devices in correctional facilities operated by or under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice; providing penalties.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 2120 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray | et. al.Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the administration of county government and the exercise of powers at the county level.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
See remarks for effective date
| ARREST WARRANTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2195 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the disclosure of certain confidential health information to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 2196 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the transfer of surplus data processing equipment to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems | SURPLUS PROPERTY
HB 2197 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the availability to the public of photographs of an inmate confined by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Open Records
HB 2198 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to commissary operation in county jails and privately operated detention facilities.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 2355 79-0 (2005)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the enforcement of a child support order by contempt.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Family--Child Support
HB 2360 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to a pilot project to study the feasibility and effectiveness of contracting for commissary operations in certain correctional facilities.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 2384 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the composition of the Advisory Committee to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice on Offenders with Medical or Mental Impairments.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUST ON OFFENDERS W/MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIR, TX BO
HB 2550 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the use of unsworn declarations and certifications.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | OATHS
HB 2835 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the purchasing and contracting authority of commissaries operated by sheriffs.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Law Enforcement | Purchasing--Local | SHERIFFS
HB 2837 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the state's activities regarding education, vocational training, and reintegration of offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--General | Labor--Workforce Development
HB 2839 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the participation of state inmates in the production of certain goods and the provision of certain services.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR
HB 2905 79-0 (2005)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the installation of water conservation systems in Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 2906 79-0 (2005)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to surety bonds for the electronic monitoring of criminal defendants.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in subcommittee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | SHERIFFS
HB 3026 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the hours of work of corrections officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Employees
HB 3109 79-0 (2005)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the hours of work of corrections officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | State Employees
HB 3118 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to fees collected for services provided by the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3216 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to report of inmate death.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General
HB 3217 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to assault by employee on inmate.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Open Records | OUTSOURCING
HB 3266 79-0 (2005)
Author: Straus, Joe
Relating to the reimbursement by certain defendants for the cost of confinement in county jail.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 3314 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Betty
Relating to prohibiting Internet access to obscene materials on state property.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SHERIFFS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HCR 157 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Fraser, Troy
Directing the Texas Building and Procurement Commission to have a Texas Youth Commission facility in San Saba County named after John Shero.
House: State Affairs
Signed by the Governor
| BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | SHERO, JOHN
SB 154 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for a nonprofit organization.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR
SB 159 79-0 (2005)
Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for a nonprofit organization.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON LABOR
SB 313 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the training required for certain county jailers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 395 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the submission of certain pleas and waivers by closed circuit video teleconferencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Criminal Procedure--General | TELECONFERENCING
SB 396 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to the interagency exchange of information regarding certain offenders with special needs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 463 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the discharge of certain costs and fines in a criminal case.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | PRISON LABOR
SB 665 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to work-related exposure to a reportable disease.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 816 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the offense of harassment by persons in certain correctional facilities and to creating the offense of harassment of public servant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | HARASSMENT
SB 875 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the reimbursement by certain defendants for the cost of confinement in county jail.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 904 79-0 (2005)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility for jury-recommended community supervision for certain defendants convicted of state jail felonies.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Weapons
SB 951 79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the operation of certain cemeteries using county resources.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Cemeteries | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Employees/Officers | Health--General | PRISON LABOR
SB 1049 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to the efficient administration and certain powers of county government.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ARREST WARRANTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Electronic Information Systems | Law Enforcement | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1119 79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to authorizing the Texas Board of Criminal Justice to contract with a private vendor for certain correctional facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
SB 1129 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for certain public purposes.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Environment--Water | PRISON LABOR
SB 1236 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to certain standards applicable to certain inmates confined in a county jail pending transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | SHERIFFS
SB 1264 79-0 (2005)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to fees collected for services provided by the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1293 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to prohibiting wireless Internet access to obscene materials on public property.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SHERIFFS
SB 1306 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to actions of the Commission on Jail Standards regarding certain county jails operating in excess of total capacity.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
SB 1469 79-0 (2005)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Keel, Terry
Relating to reporting the deaths of certain individuals.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Hospitals
SB 1582 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Goodman, Toby
Relating to the detention of persons for mental health purposes.
House: Human Services Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | RESTRAINTS
SB 1723 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the hours of work of corrections officers employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Employees
HB 69 79-1 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the operation of a system of community supervision.
House: Corrections
Posting rule suspended
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--Judges | DRUG COURTS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 56 79-2 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the operation of a system of community supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | DRUG COURTS | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 87 79-3 (2006)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the capacity of certain correctional facilities operated under contracts between the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and a private vendor or county commissioners court.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 129 79-3 (2006)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the eligibility of juvenile correctional officers for the fire fighter and law enforcement or security officer home loan program.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Housing--General | Juvenile Boards & Officers | Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 24 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the restoration of good conduct time forfeited during a term of imprisonment.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 25 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the use of tobacco products and cigarettes on property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Tobacco Products
HB 26 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to creating the criminal offense of providing a cigarette or tobacco product to an inmate of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Tobacco Products
HB 27 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the duration of the placement of an inmate in administrative segregation at the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 28 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, TerriSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to rehabilitation programs for defendants housed in state jail felony facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | LITERACY | VOLUNTEERS
HB 31 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the provision of educational services to certain inmates imprisoned in the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HB 32 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, TerriSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to certain writs of habeas corpus based solely on a claim of a time-served credit error.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | HABEAS CORPUS
HB 33 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the creation of the offense of failure to stop or report sexual assault of certain inmates.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 34 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the operation and oversight of the inmate grievance system used by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
HB 35 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to funding for the supervision of certain defendants by community supervision and corrections departments.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | MANDATORY SUPERVISION
HB 41 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the confinement of defendants convicted of state jail felonies.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 42 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to venue in the prosecution of the offenses of escape and unauthorized absence.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General
HB 191 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the application of laws awarding credit to an inmate for time between release on and subsequent revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | MANDATORY SUPERVISION
HB 192 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to reviews by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on the effect of race and ethnicity on decisions relating to good conduct time classifications and disciplinary matters.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | DISCRIMINATION | GOOD CONDUCT TIME | Human Relations
HB 274 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by persons in certain correctional and detention facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | HARASSMENT
HB 344 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the modification of a child support order during the obligor's confinement in jail or prison.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Support
HB 362 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to in-prison geriatric communities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Aging | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General
HB 679 78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to inform certain inmates of their right to request to undergo an orchiectomy.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CASTRATION | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | ORCHIECTOMY | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 681 78-0 (2003)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the location of a jail or related facility operated by a private vendor or a county.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Land Use & Zoning
HB 864 78-0 (2003)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to prohibiting the introduction or possession of certain items in correctional facilities or on certain property of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice; providing penalties.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Tobacco Products | Weapons
HB 996 78-0 (2003)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to juvenile facilities and programs.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1092 78-0 (2003)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the operation of a jail commissary by a sheriff in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
HB 1104 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to peace officers commissioned and employed to perform duties at correctional facilities.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | PEACE OFFICERS | SHERIFFS
HB 1180 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, WarrenSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to participation by a defendant in a state boot camp program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| BOOT CAMPS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 1190 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the interagency exchange of information regarding certain offenders.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1236 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hopson, ChuckSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to information required to be placed in a pen packet accompanying a defendant on transfer from county jail to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/03
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1273 78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the sale of prison articles and products.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--General
HB 1331 78-0 (2003)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the continuation of notice and consent procedures regarding the location of certain correctional or rehabilitation facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Sunset Bills
HB 1372 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the operation of certain Texas Department of Criminal Justice industries and private sector prison industries programs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSE PLATES | MINIMUM WAGE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1474 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to awards of administrative good conduct time and the advancement of parole eligibility dates for certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 1480 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the efficient administration of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HB 1514 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the imposition of sanctions on defendants who violate conditions of community supervision.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Courts--Judges | MANDATORY SUPERVISION
HB 1660 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, KinoSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to a report to the legislature regarding the installation and operation of video camera surveillance systems in county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
HB 1669 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to contracts between the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and commissioners courts or private vendors for certain facilities.
House: Corrections
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State
HB 1670 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to medically recommended intensive supervision of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the release pending deportation of certain inmates of the department.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | OFFENDERS WITH MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1711 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the provision of telephone service to inmates and defendants confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 1724 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the abolition of the Commission on Jail Standards and the transfer of the functions of the commission to the office of the attorney general.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1763 78-0 (2003)
Author: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the provision of pay telephone service to inmates confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1850 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the supervision of persons released from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on parole or mandatory supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MANDATORY SUPERVISION
HB 1852 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the imprisonment and treatment of inmates serving prison sentences for driving while intoxicated offenses and similar offenses under Chapter 49, Penal Code.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1853 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the operation and maintenance of facilities of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the operation of certain department industries.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1854 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the participation of inmates in work programs at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Labor--General
HB 1855 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to state compensation to counties based on the use of alternatives to revocation of community supervision.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--Finance | MANDATORY SUPERVISION
HB 1856 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to a review of the operations of the Windham School District by the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Corrections Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--School Districts | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | WINDHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
HB 1967 78-0 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to programs in certain counties to divert certain persons with mental health disorders or mental retardation from incarceration to appropriate services.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 2071 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to variances granted by the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 2115 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the submission of certain pleas and waivers by closed circuit video teleconferencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Criminal Procedure--General | TELECONFERENCING
HB 2139 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, Betty
Relating to the authority of a county to impose a sales and use tax to build a criminal detention center.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Elections--General | Taxation--Sales
HB 2190 78-0 (2003)
Author: Stick, Jack
Relating to contracts between the Texas Board of Criminal Justice and commissioners courts or private vendors for certain facilities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--General
HB 2333 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Corrections and to certain related duties of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Labor--Management Relations | Law Enforcement
HB 2628 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to imposing a cost on conviction to reimburse counties for medical expenses incurred by jail inmates.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES
HB 2669 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to mandatory controlled substance testing for certain persons who are arrested or have been confined for the commission of a criminal offense.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING
HB 2727 78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to the time during which inmates may be considered for release on parole.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons
HB 2870 78-0 (2003)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to conditions of employment for corrections officers employed by certain municipalities or counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Labor--Management Relations | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2872 78-0 (2003)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to conditions of employment for state correctional officers.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Fire Fighters & Police--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Labor--Management Relations
HB 2893 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the operations of the Commission on Jail Standards.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2927 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the implementation of a project for reintegration of offenders into the labor force.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Labor--General | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 2929 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the assessment of the mental health of certain newly confined or imprisoned persons.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3468 78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the irrigation of agricultural land on prison property.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| Agriculture | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | DROUGHT | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS
HB 3517 78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to certain correctional facilities that house only federal prisoners.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
HR 1484 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 880.
Reported enrolled
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HR 1772 78-0 (2003)
Author: Garza, Timoteo
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1952.
1 hr. notice-for consideration
| AUDITOR, STATE | BINGO | BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Electronic Information Systems | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--Conservation | Environment--General | Ethics | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Financial--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | IDENTITY THEFT | Insurance--General | LANDFILLS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD | LICENSING & REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF | NURSE EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | Oil & Gas | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION | PRIVATE INITIATIVES, COMMISSION ON | PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Retirement Systems--State Employees | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees | STUDENT LOANS | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | SURPLUS PROPERTY | Taxation--Sales | TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION | TEXAS TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE | Transportation--Miscellaneous | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VOCATIONAL NURSE EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 267 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the continuation of notice and consent procedures regarding the location of certain correctional or rehabilitation facilities.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Sunset Bills
SB 391 78-0 (2003)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the operation of a jail commissary by a sheriff in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
SB 519 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to the interagency exchange of information regarding certain offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 591 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to the structure and functions of the Texas Council on Offenders with Mental Impairments and to reassigning the duties of the council to the Advisory Committee to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice on Offenders with Medical or Mental Impairments and the Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical or Mental Impairments.
House: Corrections Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/03
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL & MENTAL IMPAI | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | OFFENDERS WITH MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON
SB 592 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the location of a jail or related facility operated jointly by a municipality and a county.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Laid on the table subject to call
| City Government--Finance | City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs
SB 704 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the maximum inmate population of a facility operated by a city or county.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General
SB 729 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the elements of the offense of harassment by persons in certain correctional facilities.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Animals | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | HARASSMENT
SB 826 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Keel, Terry
Relating to reporting the deaths of certain individuals; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--General | JUSTICE OF THE PEACE | Law Enforcement
SB 880 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the time allowed for disposition of certain charges regarding a violation of parole or other forms of release from prison.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | County Government--General
SB 883 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to information required to be placed in a pen packet accompanying a defendant on transfer from county jail to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Aliens | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 958 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to venue in the prosecution of the offenses of escape and unauthorized absence.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General
SB 1023 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.
Relating to restricting availability of weight-lifting equipment or accessories to certain inmates imprisoned in the institutional division of the Texas Department Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons
SB 1110 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain personnel policies of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Labor--Management Relations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1124 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the punishment for the offense of escape.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Law Enforcement
SB 1145 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to programs in certain counties to divert certain persons with mental health disorders or mental retardation from incarceration to appropriate services.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 1306 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bivins, TeelSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the submission of certain pleas and waivers by closed circuit video teleconferencing.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--Finance | Criminal Procedure--General | TELECONFERENCING
SB 1593 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to good conduct time earned by certain inmates.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
SB 1596 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the placement of video camera surveillance systems in county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
SB 1686 78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the training required for a person appointed as a county jailer.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1952 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Rules suspended
| AUDITOR, STATE | BINGO | BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Electronic Information Systems | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--Conservation | Environment--General | Ethics | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Financial--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | IDENTITY THEFT | Insurance--General | JOINT INTERIM COMMITTEE ON POSTCONVICTION EXONERATIONS | LANDFILLS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD | LICENSING & REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF | NURSE EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | Oil & Gas | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PRIVATE INITIATIVES, COMMISSION ON | PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS | Retirement Systems--State Employees | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees | STUDENT LOANS | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | SURPLUS PROPERTY | Taxation--Sales | TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION | TEXAS TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE | Transportation--Miscellaneous | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VOCATIONAL NURSE EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 25 78-1 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to various information, meetings, and operations of certain state entities.
House: Government Reform
Meeting cancelled
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Education--Higher--State Coordination | Governor | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PRISON PRIVATIZATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON | State Finances--Budget | TELECONFERENCING
HB 44 78-1 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the provision of telephone service to inmates and defendants confined in facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 45 78-1 (2003)
Author: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the restoration of good conduct time forfeited during a term of imprisonment.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | GOOD CONDUCT TIME
HB 51 78-1 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the creation of a select committee to study prison privatization.
House: Government Reform Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | PRISON PRIVATIZATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
