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TX HB1064

TX HB1064
Relating to the award of good conduct time to certain inmates; changing parole eligibility.


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Introduced
12/20/2022
In Committee
03/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th 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 award of good conduct time and parole eligibility for certain inmates. It allows the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to grant good conduct time to inmates who demonstrate good behavior or diligently participate in certain programs. The bill also changes the parole eligibility criteria for inmates convicted of specific offenses, requiring a higher threshold of approval from the parole board. The changes apply to any inmate confined in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility on or after the effective date of September 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Left pending in committee (on 04/24/2023)

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