Committee Membership
Allen, Alma
House District 131
D-Houston
Harrison, Brian
House District 10
R-Midlothian
Lowe, David
House District 91
R-North Richland Hills
Lozano, J.M.
House District 43
R-Kingsville
Meza, Terry
House District 105
D-Irving
Schatzline, Nate
House District 93
R-Fort Worth
Wharton, Trey
House District 12
R-Huntsville
Committee Partisan Split
6R – 3D
Committee Efficiency
| Legislation Referred to Committee | Legislation Voted Out of Committee | Overall Efficiency |
|---|---|---|
| 122 | 67 | 54.92% |
Number of Committee Meetings: 16
Committee Jurisdiction
The Texas House Committee on Corrections oversees matters related to the incarceration and rehabilitation of convicted felons. This includes the development and maintenance of programs offering alternatives to incarceration.
The committee’s jurisdiction includes oversight of several state agencies, such as:
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- Special Prosecution Unit
- Board of Pardons and Paroles
- Texas Civil Commitment Office
- Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical or Mental Impairments.
Committee Contact Information
Capitol Location
Capitol Extension, E2.110
Phone Number
(512) 463-0796
