Chief Justice Wallace Jefferson
addressed the Texas legislature yesterday in his state of the judiciary speech.
Some topics covered include legal aide funding and indigent defense. Chief
Justice Jefferson said "We must do more to keep the courthouse doors open
for all our neighbors" as he urged the legislature to provide additional
funding for legal aide. This session I have filed House Bill 1445 which
addresses this issue by increasing the amount of money contributed to basic
legal services to the indigent. I am glad that our Chief Justice referenced
this bill in his state of the judiciary speech. His concern about
this important issue is shown by his willingness to work on improving the Texas
Legal Aide system. I am proud to have Chief Justice Jefferson and countless others as
partners as we work towards a Texas legal system that is accessible to
all.
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