Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House Corrections Committee May 5th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections May 5th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Corrections Committee

During this committee meeting, significant discussions surrounded various bills including HB1969, SB958, and SB663. Representative Allen moved that HB1969 be reported favorably without amendments, which was adopted amidst a few dissenting votes concerning amendments on fees. The most notable conversation revolved around SB958, where Representative Thompson and other advocates passionately presented the case for trafficking survivors and the need to expand the list of sealable misdemeanors for these individuals. Witness testimonies reflected real-world implications, with survivors sharing their experiences to underscore the urgent need for legislative action.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB663

Filed
12/19/24  
Out of Senate Committee
4/16/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/24/25  
Out of House Committee
5/19/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the approval of a community supervision and corrections department's budget and strategic plan.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB958

Filed
1/28/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/19/25  
Voted on by Senate
3/26/25  
Out of House Committee
5/14/25  
Voted on by House
5/20/25  
Governor Action
5/30/25  
Relating to the eligibility of certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.