TX HB773

Creates a new judicial commutation process allowing courts to reduce sentences for inmates who are either 50+ years old with at least 15 years served, or 35-49 years old with at least 20 years served on felony convictions

Excludes inmates serving sentences for capital felonies (except certain life sentences), continuous sexual abuse of a child, or aggravated sexual assault from eligibility

Requires the prosecuting attorney to file the motion for commutation; courts must grant the motion unless they find by clear and convincing evidence that release poses an unreasonable risk to community safety

Courts must consider factors including the inmate's age at offense, rehabilitation efforts, behavior while imprisoned, mitigating circumstances, racial disparities in sentencing, and victim impact statements when making decisions

Takes effect January 1, 2026, contingent on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment authorizing judicial commutation authority