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 Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, led by Chair Representative Harold V. Dutton, Jr., focuses on legislation that significantly impacts the juvenile justice system and family law in Texas. Recent discussions have included bills aimed at improving the management of juvenile justice alternative education programs, examining the effectiveness of existing policies, and ensuring that child welfare and parental rights are adequately protected in legal proceedings. The committee's agenda demonstrates a commitment to oversight of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and exploring the best interests of children in family law matters. Key topics include support for children in the justice system, improvements in educational settings for troubled youth, and legislative reforms to enhance the welfare of families across Texas.

The House Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, led by Chair Representative Harold V. Dutton, Jr., focuses on legislation that significantly impacts the juvenile justice system and family law in Texas. Recent discussions have included bills aimed at improving the management of juvenile justice alternative education programs, examining the effectiveness of existing policies, and ensuring that child welfare and parental rights are adequately protected in legal proceedings. The committee's agenda demonstrates a commitment to oversight of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and exploring the best interests of children in family law matters. Key topics include support for children in the justice system, improvements in educational settings for troubled youth, and legislative reforms to enhance the welfare of families across Texas.