(a) The capital and forensic writs committee is established.
(b) The committee shall provide oversight and strategic guidance to the office of capital and forensic writs, including:
(1) recommending to the court of criminal appeals as provided by § 78.004 a director for the office of capital and forensic writs when a vacancy exists for the position of director;
(2) setting policy for the office of capital and forensic writs; and
(3) developing a budget proposal for the office of capital and forensic writs.

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Terms Used In Texas Government Code 78.002

  • Oversight: Committee review of the activities of a Federal agency or program.

(c) The committee may not access privileged or confidential information.