Skip to main content

Texas House passes bill barring the death penalty for some mentally ill defendants

The chamber has repeatedly passed legislation in recent sessions eliminating the death penalty in cases of severe mental illness, but this year the measure faced increased pushback from conservative lawmakers.

Interior of Death Chamber by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.


Texans need truth. Help us report it.

Support independent Texas news

Become a member. Join today.

Donate now

Explore related story topics

Criminal justice Death penalty Mental health