Bill Caption

Relating to a report by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice regarding inmate grievances.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

This bill would modify the portion of the government code relating to the welfare of inmates, and the procedure governing the inmate grievance system. If this bill passes, The Texas Department of Criminal Justice would be required to submit a quarterly report regarding inmate grievances. The report would require the number and types of inmate grievances received by the department, aggregated and dis-aggregated by individual facility. The report would be submitted to the governor, lieutenant governor, the state auditor, and each member of the legislature. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

This bill does not have a measurable impact on our liberty principles, and we will remain neutral.