The Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee is dedicated to addressing the needs and challenges of Texas's agricultural sector and rural communities. Comprised of members focused on promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing rural development, the committee assesses legislation that impacts farming, ranching, and related industries. Key areas of concentration include agricultural policy, rural economic development, and the welfare of rural populations. The committee engages with stakeholders to ensure that the voices of Texas farmers and rural residents are heard, fostering an environment conducive to growth and innovation in the agricultural domain.

The Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee is dedicated to addressing the needs and challenges of Texas's agricultural sector and rural communities. Comprised of members focused on promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing rural development, the committee assesses legislation that impacts farming, ranching, and related industries. Key areas of concentration include agricultural policy, rural economic development, and the welfare of rural populations. The committee engages with stakeholders to ensure that the voices of Texas farmers and rural residents are heard, fostering an environment conducive to growth and innovation in the agricultural domain.

The House Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence, chaired by Representative Joe Moody, focuses on a range of issues pertaining to criminal law and justice. During the 88th Legislature, the committee has been active in reviewing bills that enhance penalties for certain offenses, improve asset forfeiture practices, and reform pretrial detention procedures. Key bills include HB 476, which seeks to limit excessive pretrial detention, and various measures aimed at increasing penalties for repeat offenders, human trafficking, and offenses against peace officers. The committee emphasizes balancing public safety with the protection of individual rights, engaging with community advocates and legal professionals in its deliberations.