Texas HB31 modifies juvenile justice proceedings, restricts solitary confinement, and changes community supervision eligibility.

Texas HB31 amends the Family Code to change procedures in juvenile justice proceedings. It restricts the use of solitary confinement in juvenile facilities and mandates annual reporting on such incidents. The bill also modifies the criteria for transferring juvenile cases to criminal court, including specific offenses and age considerations. Additionally, it alters the conditions for committing children to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, focusing on serious felony conduct and special needs. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB31 modifies juvenile justice proceedings, restricts solitary confinement, and changes community supervision eligibility.

Texas HB31 amends the Family Code to change procedures in juvenile justice proceedings. It restricts the use of solitary confinement in juvenile facilities and mandates annual reporting on such incidents. The bill also modifies the criteria for transferring juvenile cases to criminal court, including specific offenses and age considerations. Additionally, it alters the conditions for committing children to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, focusing on serious felony conduct and special needs. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.