Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1024

Filed
11/12/24  
Out of House Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
4/24/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/21/25  
Voted on by Senate
5/23/25  
Governor Action
6/20/25  

Caption

Relating to the execution of a warrant issued for certain releasees who violate a condition of parole or mandatory supervision related to the electronic monitoring of the releasee.

Impact

The introduction of HB 1024 is expected to have significant implications for state laws related to parole and mandatory supervision. By streamlining the warrant execution process, the bill seeks to bolster the state's ability to manage parolees effectively, especially those who may pose a risk to community safety due to their non-compliance with electronic monitoring requirements. The law, if enacted, emphasizes the importance of swift actions in enforcing supervision, highlighting a proactive approach to parole management.

Summary

House Bill 1024 addresses the execution of arrest warrants for individuals in the Super-Intensive Supervision Program who violate conditions related to electronic monitoring as part of their parole or mandatory supervision. The bill mandates that law enforcement agencies execute such warrants as expeditiously as possible, thereby aiming to enhance the enforcement of supervision conditions intended to ensure compliance among releasees. This initiative is part of a broader effort to improve public safety by holding individuals accountable for violating their release conditions.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1024 appears to be generally supportive among those concerned with public safety and law enforcement efficiency. Advocates argue that the bill introduces essential measures to curb violations among releasees in high-risk categories. However, there are underlying tensions regarding the implications of more rigorous enforcement practices, as some advocates for criminal justice reform express concerns about potential overreach and the balancing act between public safety and individual rights.

Contention

Notable points of contention with HB 1024 revolve around the potential for increased policing of parolees and the impact this could have on community trust in the criminal justice system. While supporters promote the bill as a necessary tool for enhancing compliance and protecting public interests, critics worry that a stricter enforcement approach may inadvertently lead to the criminalization of minor infractions, thus perpetuating cycles of incarceration. The balance between enforcing the law and protecting civil liberties remains a critical debate in discussions surrounding the bill.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 508. Parole And Mandatory Supervision
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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB606

Relating to the execution of a warrant issued for certain releasees who violate a condition of parole or mandatory supervision related to the electronic monitoring of the releasee.

TX HB3547

Relating to the required approval of certain hospital visits as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision for certain releasees and to the hospital's liability for damages resulting from those visits.

TX SB2127

Relating to the required approval of certain hospital visits as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision for certain releasees and to the hospital's liability for damages resulting from those visits.

TX HB965

Relating to post-release housing for inmates released on parole or to mandatory supervision.

TX HB3685

Relating to the award of time credits to certain persons released on parole or to mandatory supervision.

TX HB5114

Relating to the award of work-for-time credits to certain persons placed on community supervision or released on parole or to mandatory supervision.

TX HB2113

Relating to the issuance of a warrant for a violation of a condition of community supervision.

TX HB3603

Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.

TX SB2382

Relating to the timely processing of certain requests relating to a person released on parole or mandatory supervision.

TX SB1004

Relating to creating the criminal offense of tampering with an electronic monitoring device and to certain consequences on conviction of that offense.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.