Tex. Gov't Code § 501.004

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 501.004 - Clothing

The department shall provide to inmates housed in facilities operated by the department suitable clothing that is of substantial material, uniform make, and reasonable fit and footwear that is substantial and comfortable. The department may not allow an inmate to wear clothing that is not furnished by the department, except as a reward for meritorious conduct. The department may allow inmates to wear underwear not furnished by the department.

Tex. Gov't. Code § 501.004

Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 321, Sec. 1.072, eff. 9/1/1995.

Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 212, Sec. 2.01, eff. 9/1/1989. Renumbered from Sec. 500.004 and amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 16, Sec. 10.01(a), eff. 8/26/1991.