H.B. No. 2306 amends the Government Code to modify the eligibility criteria for parole for certain inmates convicted of trafficking offenses involving child victims and disabled individuals. Specifically, it adds new provisions to Section 508.145(a) that disqualify inmates from parole if they are serving sentences for specific trafficking offenses under Sections 20A.02 and 20A.03 of the Penal Code, as well as other related offenses. The bill also updates the language regarding offenses that are not eligible for parole, replacing previous references with new sections and repealing certain existing provisions.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the changes apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Offenses committed prior to this date will continue to be governed by the law in effect at the time of the offense. The bill was passed unanimously in the House and with minimal opposition in the Senate, indicating strong legislative support for the changes aimed at enhancing public safety regarding trafficking offenses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 508.145, Government Code 51.03 (Government Code 51, Government Code 508)
House Committee Report: Government Code 508.145, Government Code 51.03 (Government Code 51, Government Code 508)
Engrossed: Government Code 508.145, Government Code 51.03 (Government Code 51, Government Code 508)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 508.145, Government Code 51.03 (Government Code 51, Government Code 508)
Enrolled: Government Code 508.145, Government Code 51.03 (Government Code 51, Government Code 508)