HB 1167: Relating to the release on bail of certain defendants accused of committing a felony offense and the criminal consequences of committing a felony while released on bail for a prior felony; creating a criminal offense; increasing the minimum term of imprisonment for certain felonies; changing eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole.

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HB 1167 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the release on bail of certain defendants accused of committing a felony offense and the criminal consequences of committing a felony while released on bail for a prior felony; creating a criminal offense; increasing the minimum term of imprisonment for certain felonies; changing eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole. Primary sponsor: Charles Cunningham (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 7, 2025): Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence.

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