Relating to the release of a person on parole or mandatory supervision from a residential correctional facility.
Impact
The bill includes a specific financial provision, requiring the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to allocate $30,000 to counties for each releasee who completes their term but does not receive the required transportation. This funding is intended to support reintegration services at the county level, recognizing the role counties play in managing these individuals post-release. By ensuring that necessary transportation is provided, the bill aims to enhance the chances of successful reintegration, thereby potentially reducing recidivism rates.
Summary
House Bill 5286 addresses the release process for individuals on parole or mandatory supervision from residential correctional facilities. The bill mandates that once a releasee has completed their term in a residential correctional facility, they must be provided transportation to their previous residence within the state or to a suitable transit point if their residence is outside Texas. This provision aims to facilitate smoother reintegration into society for those completing their time in correctional facilities.
Contention
While the bill fundamentally focuses on transportation and logistical support for releasees, it also raises questions about the adequacy of resources and the ability of counties to effectively implement these reintegration services. Critics may express concern regarding the appropriateness of the funding levels and whether they are sufficient for the needs of all releasees. Additionally, some may argue that simply providing transportation does not address other critical elements of successful reintegration, such as job placement and mental health support.
Relating to the required approval of certain hospital visits as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision for certain releasees and to the hospital's liability for damages resulting from those visits.
Relating to the required approval of certain hospital visits as a condition of release on parole or to mandatory supervision for certain releasees and to the hospital's liability for damages resulting from those visits.
Relating to the creation of a voluntary accreditation for recovery housing and the post-release housing of certain inmates on parole or to mandatory supervision in an accredited recovery house; authorizing fees.
Relating to the execution of a warrant issued for certain releasees who violate a condition of parole or mandatory supervision related to the electronic monitoring of the releasee.