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SB 2772

Relating to the dissemination of juvenile justice information by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Charles Perry

SB 2772 modifies Texas Juvenile Justice Department information sharing procedures, affecting transparency, privacy protections, and data access for juvenile justice cases and individuals.

Referred to Criminal Justice
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Bill Summary · SB 2772

Legislative bill overview

SB 2772 modifies how the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) shares and distributes information about juvenile justice cases and individuals in the system. The bill appears to address procedures, transparency, and data dissemination practices related to juveniles involved in the criminal justice system. Specific amendments will determine whether this expands public access, restricts sensitive information, or reorganizes reporting requirements.

Why is this important

Juvenile justice information policies directly affect transparency, public safety communication, rehabilitation outcomes, and privacy protections for minors. Changes to dissemination rules can influence how communities understand juvenile crime trends, how law enforcement coordinates with other agencies, and what permanent records follow young people into adulthood. This intersects critical debates over juvenile rehabilitation versus public safety accountability.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy vs. Transparency: Balancing public's right to know about juvenile justice with legal protections designed to help minors avoid permanent stigma and records that could hinder rehabilitation
  • Information scope and access: Disagreement over who should access TJJD data (schools, employers, public, law enforcement only) and what constitutes appropriate dissemination channels
  • Rehabilitation impact: Concerns that expanded information sharing could undermine rehabilitation goals by creating barriers to employment, education, and reintegration for youth who have served their time

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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