Bill

HB 2733

83(R) - 2013
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Criminal Justice

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
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Author(s)

James White

Bill Caption

Relating to the administration and operation of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, including the denial of bail for violent juveniles committed to the department.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication is anticipated on the State or local governments.

Bill Analysis

Summary: HB 2733 would clarify some operating procedures of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. This bill would clarify the confidentiality and release of certain information by the department. HB 2733 changes how frequently a report is done by the department on the effectiveness of programs from every year to every two years.

Analysis: HB 2733 does not fall under our liberty principles. We remain neutral on HB 2733.