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TX HB1805
TX HB1805Relating to the award of good conduct time to certain inmates; changing parole eligibility.
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Introduced
02/10/2021
02/10/2021
In Committee
03/11/2021
03/11/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021
05/31/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the award of good conduct time to certain inmates; changing parole eligibility.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Government Code to change the provisions related to the award of good conduct time to certain inmates and their parole eligibility. Specifically, it outlines the conditions under which the Department of Criminal Justice can award good conduct time, including for demonstrating good behavior or diligently participating in certain programs. It also modifies the requirements for parole eligibility, particularly for inmates convicted of certain felonies, by allowing the consideration of good conduct time in addition to actual calendar time served.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Left pending in committee (on 04/07/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=87R&Bill=HB1805 |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/fiscalnotes/html/HB01805I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/HB01805I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/pdf/HB01805I.pdf |
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