Public documents that mention Amanda C. Hernandez.
Aug 28, 2026·Board meeting
Texas Board Of Criminal Justice Board Meeting
The meeting commenced with pledges of allegiance and a moment of remembrance for Dolly Parton. Key business items included the review of consent agenda items, recognition of long-serving agency staff across multiple years of service, and the appointment of new leadership, including the Prira Ombudsman Director and the Deputy Division Director. Additionally, the Board recognized the new General Counsel for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The meeting emphasized the agency's commitment to compliance, rehabilitation, and public service.
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The board meeting featured multiple public comments concerning the conditions within Texas prisons. Key discussion topics included the need for comprehensive air conditioning installations to address extreme heat, the implementation of more flexible phone schedules for incarcerated individuals, and concerns regarding transparency and due process in visitation and disciplinary procedures. Advocates also raised issues related to the lack of access to basic hygiene facilities for women with disabilities in specific units and the inconsistent enforcement of craft shop admission policies.
Dec 19, 2025·Board meeting
Texas Board Of Criminal Justice Meeting
The meeting included reconvening the 244th meeting of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, following necessary formalities such as pledges of allegiance and an opening prayer. Significant portions of the meeting were dedicated to recognition segments. This included acknowledging Vice Chair Judge Faith Johnson for receiving two distinguished awards: the 2025 Charlie O. Ferris Award and the Lewis Prestige Woods Legacy Award. Furthermore, the board recognized numerous long-serving TDCJ employees for their dedication, with specific mention of 49 employees achieving 25 years of service, 34 achieving 30 years, 11 achieving 35 years, 16 achieving 40 years, and three achieving 45 years of service during November and December 2025. Several key personnel changes were also announced and recognized, including Renee Henosa moving to the Training and Leader Development division; Monica Ruiz Delvasco being named the new Parole Division Director; Damon Andrews being recognized as the new Facilities Division Director; and Mercy Wood being introduced as the new Deputy Division Director for the Rehabilitation and Re-entry Division.
Dec 19, 2025·Board meeting
Texas Board of Criminal Justice Minutes
The board addressed executive session personnel and security matters. Key actions included the approval of several purchases and contracts exceeding $1 million and proposed amendments to Board rules regarding sick and family leave pools, along with revisions to employee grievance procedures. The meeting featured reports on a website redesign project, agency Crisis Response Team training, updates on various IT initiatives, and a comprehensive update on rehabilitation and reentry programs. Furthermore, the board approved multiple facilities construction projects, including roof replacements and HVAC upgrades, and authorized several land transactions involving right-of-way and utility easements.
