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Senate approves training requirements for TDCJ correctional officers after on‑duty death

3281191 · May 12, 2025
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Summary

Following the on‑duty death of a correctional officer, the Senate passed HB 2756 to require pre‑service and annual training for Texas Department of Criminal Justice correctional officers and supervisors on de‑escalation, crisis intervention and behavioral health.

The Texas Senate on Monday passed House Bill 2756, which requires pre‑service and annual training for Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) correctional officers and certain other employees in de‑escalation, crisis intervention and behavioral health—measures the sponsor said are intended to reduce the risk of tragedies during cell extractions and similar…

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