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Committee Members
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Chris Harris, Chair
Royce West, Chair José Rodríguez, Vice Chair John Carona Robert Duncan |
Mario Gallegos
Chris Harris Joan Huffman Carlos Uresti |
Charges
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Examine the process for the creation of powers of attorney in Texas. Review methods to protect consumers, particularly older Texans and those with disabilities, from power of attorney abuse perpetrated by agents or co-agents. Examine provisions that can prevent, detect, and redress power of attorney abuse, including:
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• Study the laws governing the transfer of judges and exchange of benches in district courts. Review the jurisdiction and qualifications of special judges. Monitor the implementation of legislation by the Supreme Court, Office of Court Administration, and State Bar of Texas to make changes in the courts and make recommendations for any needed improvements. | |
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Study the current array of criminal court costs and civil filing fees in light of the following suggested standards:
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Examine court processes in child protection cases, in Texas and in other jurisdictions, and identify any legislative changes that would create better outcomes for children. Specifically, consider whether the Family Code should be amended to:
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• Study and make recommendations on the recent impact of foreign law, specifically Sharia law, in court decisions in cases arising under the Texas Family Code. | |
• Monitor the implementation of legislation addressed by the Senate Committee on Jurisprudence, 82nd Legislature, Regular and Called Sessions, and make recommendations for any legislation needed to improve, enhance, and/or complete implementation. | |
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