Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

HJR 148: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to enact laws providing for a court to grant a commutation of punishment to certain individuals serving a term of imprisonment.

In committee Last action May 14, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

HJR 148 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas House on February 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to enact laws providing for a court to grant a commutation of punishment to certain individuals serving a term of imprisonment. Primary sponsor: Cook, Jo Jones (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Cook; Jo Jones (Democratic).