Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that appropriates funding for the state judicial omnibus package in Texas.

Highlights:

• Appropriates funding for the state judicial omnibus package in Texas (Article 1-14, Sec. 1-14).

• Amends the operation and administration of and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including (Article 1-14, Sec. 1-14):

• Court security;

• Court documents and arrest warrants;

• Document delivery;

• Juvenile boards;

• Constitutional amendment election challenges;

• Record retention;

• Youth diversion;

• Court-ordered mental health services;

• The powers of the Texas Supreme Court and jurors; 

• Increasing a criminal penalty; and

• Authorizing fees.

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect 91 days immediately after the final adjournment date of the current legislative session (Article 15, Sec. 15.01).

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