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Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 328.004. Powers and Duties

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) The committee shall:

(1) use statistical analyses and other research methods to conduct an in-depth examination of the criminal justice system in this state that includes:

(A) an assessment of the cost-effectiveness of the use of state and local funds in the criminal justice system;

(B) an identification of critical problems in the criminal justice system; and

(C) a determination of the long-range needs of the criminal justice system;

(2) recommend to the legislature:

(A) strategies to solve the problems identified under Subdivision (1)(B); and

(B) policy priorities to address the long-range needs determined under Subdivision (1)(C); and

(3) advise and assist the legislature in developing plans, programs, and proposed legislation to improve the effectiveness of the criminal justice system.

(b) The committee has all other powers and duties provided to a special committee by:

(1) Subchapter B, Chapter 301;  1

(2) the rules of the senate and the house of representatives; and

(3) policies of the senate and house committees on administration.

1 V.T.C.A., Government Code § 301.011 et seq.
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