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HB 3636

Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Terri Leo-Wilson and 1 co-sponsor

HB 3636 adjusts restitution payment requirements for Texas parolees and those on mandatory supervision, affecting victim compensation and release conditions.

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Bill Summary · HB 3636

Legislative bill overview

HB 3636 modifies Texas law regarding restitution payments required from individuals released on parole or mandatory supervision. The bill appears to adjust procedures, timelines, or conditions related to how parolees and those on mandatory supervision must pay restitution to crime victims. Specific amendments are not detailed in the action history provided, though the legislative process indicates it received committee consideration.

Why is this important

Restitution is a key mechanism for compensating crime victims financially for losses caused by criminal conduct. Changes to parole/supervision restitution requirements directly affect both victim compensation and the conditions placed on released offenders, influencing public safety expectations and victim protections during the reentry phase.

Potential points of contention

  • Victim compensation timing: Whether changes make restitution easier or harder to collect, potentially affecting victims' actual receipt of payments
  • Parole conditions burden: Disputes over whether modifications appropriately balance offender reintegration goals against victim compensation priorities
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about what enforcement tools exist if parolees fail to pay and how violations are handled

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

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