Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John McGeady, Assistant Director Sarah Keyton, Assistant Director Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB918 by White (Relating to providing discharged or released inmates with certain documents, including documents to assist the inmate in obtaining employment.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Government Code to require the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to provide certain documentation to certain offenders exiting TDCJ correctional facilities. According to TDCJ, the duties and responsibilities associated with implementing the provisions of the bill could be absorbed within existing resources. The bill would take effect January 1, 2020.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.