This report documents both common themes and interesting responses provided by some of the United States’ most
efficacious juvenile justice system personnel. While not exhaustive of all novel and promising strategies for processing
juvenile offenders, this document highlights evidence-supported practices that are being integrated across the country in
counties of all sizes.
Testimony in Support of HB 4993, with Ammon Blair in House Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans’ Affairs
Chairman Hefner, Vice Chairman Lopez, and distinguished members of the committee, My name is Ammon Blair, and I am a Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. I am honored to appear before you today in strong support of House Bill 4993. I bring 22 years of military experience, including service in the United...