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.
May 13, 2026
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Texas Board Of Criminal Justice And Windham School District Board Of Trustees Meeting
The board meeting included the pledge of allegiance and a word of prayer, followed by the formal welcoming of a new board member. The agenda featured recognition of employees for their years of service and professional promotions within the agency. Additionally, a public comment session was held during which concerns regarding the parole process, transparency, and conditions within facilities were addressed.
Apr 17, 2026·Board meeting
Texas Board of Criminal Justice Board Meeting
The meeting included an extensive status report on various construction projects across multiple correctional facilities, with a primary focus on the ongoing installation of air conditioning systems in inmate housing areas and the construction of new expansion dorms. The board discussed strategies to accelerate these projects, including the use of Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) processes and project bundling to improve efficiency. Additionally, the board approved a project for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing efficiency upgrades at the Estell Unit's regional medical facility and considered a proposal for HVAC installation at the Dominguez Unit.
Apr 16, 2026·Board meeting
Texas Board Of Criminal Justice Regular Meeting
The board meeting included an executive session to discuss personnel matters, security assessments, and legal consultations. The regular session agenda covered the approval of hazardous duty pay and property donations, proposed amendments to board rules regarding sex offender supervision and housing assistance programs, and the adoption of amendments concerning sick and family leave pools. Further discussions involved contracts over $1 million, capital authority transfer requests, information technology initiatives, and chaplaincy presentations. The board reviewed facilities division construction projects, including efficiency upgrades and HVAC installations across multiple units. Reports were presented by various independent offices, including the Independent Office of Inmate Counsel, the Prison Rape Elimination Act Ombudsman, the Independent Auditor, and the Office of Inspector General. Additionally, the meeting featured the election of officers and the annual Governor's Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Awards Ceremony.
