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TX HB3078
TX HB3078Relating to the review of clemency applications from certain persons who were victims of human trafficking or family violence.
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Introduced
03/04/2019
03/04/2019
In Committee
05/19/2019
05/19/2019
Crossed Over
05/04/2019
05/04/2019
Passed
05/23/2019
05/23/2019
Dead
Vetoed
06/15/2019
06/15/2019
Introduced Session
86th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the review of clemency applications from certain persons who were victims of human trafficking or family violence.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to create a Clemency Review Panel to review applications for clemency from individuals who were convicted of an offense committed while they were victims of human trafficking or family violence. The panel consists of various experts, including survivors of human trafficking or family violence, behavioral health care specialists, social workers, and representatives from state agencies and advocacy organizations. The Board of Pardons and Paroles, in consultation with the governor, is required to appoint the panel by December 1, 2019, and the bill takes effect on September 1, 2019.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (10)
Alma Allen (D)*,
Joe Moody (D)*,
Tan Parker (R)*,
Senfronia Thompson (D)*,
James White (R)*,
Judith Zaffirini (D)*,
Sheryl Cole (D),
John Frullo (R),
Ron Reynolds (D),
Valoree Swanson (R),
Last Action
Vetoed by the Governor (on 06/15/2019)
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