Through targeted, evidence-based parole initiatives, more nonviolent, low-risk offenders can be released with proper supervision, thereby ensuring public safety while freeing up existing space behind bars for the most dangerous criminals.
Will Voters Decide to Leave Austin?
Last year, the Texas Legislature passed a limited disannexation measure, House Bill 3053, that allows people unfairly captured by large cities during a particular time period to hold an election on the question of staying or leaving municipal control. The law was passed after concerns were raised that some cities had accelerated their involuntary annexation...