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TX HB1520
TX HB1520Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
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Introduced
03/07/2023
03/07/2023
In Committee
03/09/2023
03/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for TJJD. Key provisions include continuing the existence of TJJD and the ombudsman, expanding the ombudsman's oversight to include juvenile probation departments, creating new board member qualifications and training requirements, enhancing data reporting and transparency, and establishing risk-based inspection policies. The bill also modifies eligibility for community supervision, juvenile court transfers, and TJJD commitments involving certain felony offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left pending in committee (on 04/19/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB1520 |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/fiscalnotes/html/HB01520I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB01520I.htm |
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