Relating to the temperature at which a facility operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is maintained.

HB 313 sets specific temperature standards for facilities operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), requiring all such facilities to maintain indoor temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This applies directly to TDCJ prisons, detention centers, and other correctional facilities statewide. The bill adds Section 501.028 to the Government Code, establishing this range as a mandatory requirement. TDCJ will not need to comply with these standards until September 1, 2026, with the law taking effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.