Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Profile

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department oversees juvenile justice programs, secure facilities, and community-based services for youth involved in the justice system. The department focuses on rehabilitation and safe reintegration into society.

Texas Juvenile Justice Department Agency Profile – GovExperts
AGENCY HEAD
Shandra Carter — Executive Director

2026–27 State Appropriations


CategoryFY 2026FY 2027
Total (All Funds)$482,748,473$471,953,554
General Revenue$459,132,930$448,338,011
GR – Dedicated$0$0
Federal Funds$7,838,159$7,838,159
Other Funds$15,777,384$15,777,384
Number of FTEs2,255.32,255.3

Legislative Oversight Committees


These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department

Committee NameLink
House Criminal JurisprudenceView
House AppropriationsView
Senate Criminal JusticeView
Senate FinanceView

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