Texas HB 221

This Bill was introduced in the Texas Legislature on 11-14-06. http://www.legis.state.tx.us/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=80R&Bill=HB... It is relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail. From our personal perspective we feel this is a fantastic idea that needs to be supported by all Texas residents. Since our Military lives in tents why should we give special treatment for lawbreakers? As some may be aware the Maricopa, Arizona county jail, under the direction of Sheriff Joe Arpaio, maintains an inmate tent facility, controversial in some arenas – not ours. Bill Author: Phil King, State Representative 61st District. Since his election in 1998, King has made an impact on Texas public policy. In 1999, his colleagues named him “Freshman Legislator of the Year”, “Rookie Legislator of the Year” by Texas Monthly, and “Crime Fighter of the Year” by the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas. In his second term, he was named a “Fighter for Free Enterprise” by the Texas Association of Business for his work on pro-business issues, and was honored by the Texas State Rifle Association for legislation implementing a firearms safety program in public schools.