Relating to jury instructions regarding parole eligibility for certain felony offenses that are not eligible for parole.

HB 4629 requires judges to provide specific written jury instructions during the penalty phase of felony trials for certain offenses listed in Texas Government Code Section 508.145(a)(1)-(4). The instruction states: "Under the law applicable in this case, if the defendant is sentenced to a term of imprisonment, the length of time for which a defendant is imprisoned may not be reduced by the award of parole." This applies to all defendants sentenced on or after September 1, 2025, regardless of when the offense occurred. The bill clarifies that parole is not an option for these specific felony offenses, ensuring juries understand sentencing consequences during penalty deliberations.