Bill: HB 3648, 86(R) - 2019

Committee

House Juvenile Justice & Family Issues

2nd Chamber Committee

Senate Criminal Justice

Vote Recommendation

Vote Recommendation Economic Freedom Property Rights Personal Responsibility Limited Government Individual Liberty
Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral

Author(s)

Ryan Guillen

Sponsor(s)

John Whitmire

Bill Caption

Relating to the powers and duties of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 3648 would clarify the powers and duties of the office of the independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). The powers would include inspection of facilities and investigation of complaints alleging a violation of the rights of children committed to or placed in TJJD's custody.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action is neutral on HB 3648 as it neither advances nor hinders any of our liberty principles. 


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