House Committee on Judiciary - 80th R.S. (2007)

Committee Members
Will Hartnett, Chair Mark Homer, Vice Chair Chuck Hopson, Chair - Budget & Oversight Roberto Alonzo Robert "Robby" Cook	Veronica Gonzales Tony Goolsby Bryan Hughes Mike Krusee
Charges
Examine the current Texas jury system. Consider possible changes to enhance the jury experience and increase citizen participation on juries.
Examine the current Texas court system, including its complex layers of trial courts with overlapping and varying jurisdiction. Consider whether the system needs modernization to improve judicial efficiency.
Study the issue of municipal sovereign immunity for damages to citizens' private property, and recommend any necessary statutory changes.
Monitor the agencies and programs under the committee's jurisdiction.
Note: Charges issued by the Speaker November 29, 2007.

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