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TX HB3443

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ron Reynolds

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to maintain temperatures in all facilities at no less than 65 degrees Fahrenheit and no more than 85 degrees Fahrenheit

  • TDCJ is not required to comply with the temperature requirements until September 1, 2026, providing a delayed implementation period

  • Adds new Section 501.028 to Chapter 501 of the Government Code establishing these temperature standards

  • Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF

Last Action

Referred to Corrections

3/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Corrections3/21/2025

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