The bill, H.B. No. 313, introduces a new requirement for facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice regarding temperature maintenance. Specifically, it mandates that the temperature in these facilities must be kept between 65 degrees Fahrenheit and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This new provision is added as Section 501.028 to Subchapter A, Chapter 501 of the Government Code.

However, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice will not be obligated to adhere to these temperature requirements until September 1, 2026. The bill is set to take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.

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