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At a Capitol hearing, the Texas prison system's director said exceptions in construction requirements allowed for the cost decrease.| The Texas Tribune
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Following a legal settlement, the prison system has added temporary air conditioning to one unit and made other statewide changes. But the road to change wasn't cheap.| The Texas Tribune
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The bill approved by the House aims to cool all of Texas’ prisons before 2029. But even if it is signed into law, the lockups will only be air conditioned if lawmakers provide funds for installation.| The Texas Tribune
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A recent in-custody death report said an inmate died from hyperthermia in July, but Texas prison officials said he was in an air-conditioned cell.| The Texas Tribune