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.

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.

The House Committee on Agriculture & Livestock plays a crucial role in overseeing various aspects of Texas agriculture, including legislation related to agricultural operations, pest control, livestock regulations, and environmental protections. Under the leadership of Chair Rep. Briscoe Cain, the committee has focused on assessing the impact of recent laws like HB 1750, which addresses city requirements affecting agricultural practices, and HB 2308, which safeguards agricultural operations from nuisance lawsuits. Furthermore, the committee is actively investigating the implications of foreign ownership in Texas's agricultural resources to ensure the protection of local supply chains. The breadth of their legislative agenda reflects a commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices while safeguarding the interests of Texas farmers and communities.

The House Committee on Agriculture & Livestock plays a crucial role in overseeing various aspects of Texas agriculture, including legislation related to agricultural operations, pest control, livestock regulations, and environmental protections. Under the leadership of Chair Rep. Briscoe Cain, the committee has focused on assessing the impact of recent laws like HB 1750, which addresses city requirements affecting agricultural practices, and HB 2308, which safeguards agricultural operations from nuisance lawsuits. Furthermore, the committee is actively investigating the implications of foreign ownership in Texas's agricultural resources to ensure the protection of local supply chains. The breadth of their legislative agenda reflects a commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices while safeguarding the interests of Texas farmers and communities.