Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB860 abolishes the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee and redirects its oversight duties to existing legislative standing committees. This is a structural government reorganization that imposes no new mandates on private sector operations; however, organizations engaged in government relations or corrections contracting must update their stakeholder maps and reporting distribution lists.
Sen. Peter Flores·Senate Bill·Regular Session
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Review Required for Government Contractors: If your organization holds contracts with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) or the Board of Pardons and Paroles, review the "Oversight" and "Reporting" clauses.
No changes required.
Government Affairs Adjustment:
No new fees or fiscal impacts.
Dilution of Oversight:
While the text is explicit, the abolition of a dedicated oversight body suggests a shift in legislative priority. The monitoring of TDCJ recruitment, retention, and parole guidelines will now fall to broader standing committees (e.g., Senate Criminal Justice, House Corrections).
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Common questions about SB860
SB860 abolishes the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee and redirects its oversight duties to existing legislative standing committees. This is a structural government reorganization that imposes no new mandates on private sector operations; however, organizations engaged in government relations or corrections contracting must update their stakeholder maps and reporting distribution lists.
SB860 was authored by Texas Senator Peter Flores during the Regular Session.
SB860 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
The regulatory priority for SB860 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB860 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB860 addresses topics including corrections, corrections--jails & prisons, criminal procedure, criminal procedure--general and criminal justice legislative oversight committee.
Key dates for SB860: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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