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Texas Senate Bill SB1374

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1374

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/17/09  
Voted on by Senate
5/1/09  
Out of House Committee
5/19/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/29/09  

Caption

Relating to annual reports by the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission on the operations and conditions of probation services in this state.

Impact

The implementation of SB1374 is expected to provide a more rehabilitative approach to juvenile justice in Texas. By allowing juvenile courts to divert non-violent offenders into community-based programs, the bill could reduce the number of youths entering the detention system, thereby promoting more constructive outcomes for these individuals. Annually, the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission will be required to evaluate the effectiveness of these community programs and report findings to the state government, potentially influencing future juvenile justice policies across Texas.

Summary

SB1374 is a bill aimed at enhancing community-based correctional programs for juveniles in Texas counties with populations of at least 335,000. The bill proposes to establish community corrections pilot programs that provide a variety of rehabilitation services aimed at juvenile offenders. These services include juvenile delinquency prevention, substance abuse treatment, and mental health support. The intention behind the bill is to enable courts to order juvenile offenders to participate in these community programs instead of being committed to the Texas Youth Commission for certain non-violent offenses.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding the adequacy of funding and resources for these community programs since they rely on grants from the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission. Critics may argue about the effectiveness and operational capacity of community programs versus traditional detention methods. Moreover, some stakeholders might express concerns about whether the pilot programs can provide sufficient support and rehabilitation to truly affect recidivism rates among juvenile offenders, thus sparking debate among legislators and community advocates.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1727

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX HB1520

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX HB3618

Relating to criminal liability for taking a weapon from a juvenile probation officer.

TX SB1961

Relating to criminal liability for taking a weapon from a juvenile probation officer.

TX SB1960

Relating to the carrying of weapons by community supervision and corrections department officers, juvenile probation officers, and certain retired law enforcement officers and to criminal liability for taking a weapon from certain of those officers.

TX HB2627

Relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, certain juvenile court proceedings, and planning and funding for services for children in the juvenile justice system.

TX HB3617

Relating to the carrying of weapons by community supervision and corrections department officers, juvenile probation officers, and certain retired law enforcement officers and to criminal liability for taking a weapon from certain of those officers.

TX SB24

Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB16

Relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, certain juvenile court proceedings, and planning and funding for services for children in the juvenile justice system.

TX SB1868

Relating to the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.