TX HB4629

Requires courts to provide written jury instructions during the penalty phase of trials for certain felony offenses stating that the defendant's imprisonment time cannot be reduced by parole

Applies to offenses listed under Government Code Section 508.145(a)(1)-(4), which covers specific felonies ineligible for parole

Mandates the specific language: "Under the law applicable in this case, if the defendant is sentenced to a term of imprisonment, the length of time for which a defendant is imprisoned may not be reduced by the award of parole"

Applies to defendants sentenced on or after the effective date, regardless of when the offense was committed

Takes effect September 1, 2025