Proposals to require judges to deny bail more often advance through House panel, signaling a broader agreement

An Austin Bail Bonds II sign near Interstate 35 on Feb. 5, 2021. (Credit: Evan L'Roy/The Texas Tribune)

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A Texas House committee on Monday approved a revised package of legislation to require judges to deny bail to some criminal defendants, signaling that lawmakers may be nearing a deal to finally pass one of Gov. Greg Abbott’s top priorities over three straight legislative sessions.