H.B. No. 4263 amends the Human Resources Code to enhance the procedures and practices of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department regarding grievances from employees and former employees. Specifically, it establishes new procedures for grievances challenging disciplinary terminations of employment, replacing the previous provisions related to disciplinary actions and independent dismissal mediation. This change aims to streamline the grievance process and provide clearer guidelines for handling employment-related issues within the department.

Additionally, the bill modifies the composition and appointment process for the department's release review panel. It specifies that panel members must be department employees but removes the requirement that they work at the department's central office. Furthermore, it prohibits panel members from being involved in any determinations concerning children for whom they have made supervisory decisions. These amendments are intended to ensure the panel's objectivity and transparency in its operations. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Human Resources Code 242.004, Human Resources Code 245.101 (Human Resources Code 242, Human Resources Code 245)
House Committee Report: Human Resources Code 242.004, Human Resources Code 245.101 (Human Resources Code 242, Human Resources Code 245)
Engrossed: Human Resources Code 242.004, Human Resources Code 245.101 (Human Resources Code 242, Human Resources Code 245)
Senate Committee Report: Human Resources Code 242.004, Human Resources Code 245.101 (Human Resources Code 242, Human Resources Code 245)
Enrolled: Human Resources Code 242.004, Human Resources Code 245.101 (Human Resources Code 242, Human Resources Code 245)