Relating to program accessibility for female inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

SB 182 requires the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to create policies ensuring female inmates have equal access to programs like parenting classes, education, vocational training, substance use treatment, and rehabilitation services. It mandates that these programs must be available within 45 days of a female inmate's arrival and that opportunities must be equitable to those provided to male inmates. The TDCJ must also submit annual reports detailing program availability and policy changes to state leaders and publish them online. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.