Texas officials have approved a $300 million budget to construct two new juvenile detention facilities, one in Rosharon and another near Waxahachie. The projects are intended to address a recent increase in gun‑related crime involving minors, as the state expands its juvenile justice infrastructure to meet rising demand.
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Texas Allocates $300 Million for Two Juvenile Detention Centers
Texas approved $300 million to build two juvenile detention centers in Rosharon and near Waxahachie, responding to a rise in youth gun‑related crime.
